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CLEMATIS cirrhosa var balearica
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Bronze tinged foliage in winter, flowers pale yellow spotted reddish purple
Further Reading....
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Evergreen
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Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
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YellowPale yellow spotted purple -
Height2.5-3m (8-10ft) -
Spread1.5m (5ft)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingEarly flowering species. Produces 4- to 5-sepalled flowers singly, or in clusters, followed by attractive seed heads, on previous year's growth
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sunProvide shade for roots and base of plant. -
Partial shade
CLEMATIS cirrhosa var balearica
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - nectar and pollen for insects. Prune after flowering if size needs restricting
Pests & Diseasescutworms, aphids on young plants, whiteflies under glass. Clematis wilt.
Place of originBalearic Islands, Corsica, Sardinia. -
Flower ShapeCup-shapedOpen cup-shaped 2-7cm (¾-2¾in) across
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Leaf margin
Incised(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Oblong(see photos above) -
Scented PlantsScented flowers
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Seasonal InterestSpringWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Toxic - Category C
Skin irritantRabbits. C. harmful if eaten -
Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Clematis - Growing Guide
- Pruning
- Pruning Group 1 - Flowering mid / late spring
- Pruning Group 2 - Flowering late spring / early summer
- Pruning Group 3 - Flowering late summer / early autumn
- Training Climbers - Video Tip ondemand_video
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
Buy Varieties of CLEMATIS cirrhosa var balearica
CLEMATIS cirrhosa var balearica 'Freckles'
Virgin's bower
larger flowered form, tinged pink with maroon spots
CLEMATIS cirrhosa var balearica 'Wisley Cream'
Virgin's bower
large creamy-white unspotted flowers
Gift-wrapping available
£17.50 each
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
Vermin & Pest Control
Copper Tape
Quick and easy way to repel slugs and snails from your pots with this adhesive copper tape.
Only £7.50
Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen.
Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.20
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