Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'
clematis (group 2)
This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: May to July
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Large, cream flowers, up to 12cm across that appear from mid May to July, and again at the end of August. The cream flowers, with yellow stamens and a green bar at the centre, can fade easily in full sun so its best planted in some shade. Great against a dark background and can even be grown in a container. - Garden care: In early spring cut back the previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds about 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground-level and apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant, avoiding the immediate crown.
Eventual height & spread
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£19.99- Climbing plant suitable for a pot, to grow on a North facing wall Hello Would you be able to advise whether there is a climbing plant which I could grow in a container against a north facing wall? Many thanks Cathy
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Hello Cathy, There are several Clematis that would be suitable, although none of them will flower prolifically in the shade - here are some of the best. Clematis Arabella http://www.crocus.co.uk/plants/_/climbers/clematis/clematis-arabella/classid.2000004765/ C. Betty Corning http://www.crocus.co.uk/plants/_/climbers/clematis/bell-shaped-flowers/clematis-betty-corning/classid.7067/ C. Guernsey Cream http://www.crocus.co.uk/plants/_/climbers/clematis/clematis-guernsey-cream/classid.2000005535/ C. Bees Jubilee http://www.crocus.co.uk/plants/_/climbers/clematis/clematis-bees-jubilee/classid.868/ I hope this helps. Helen Plant Doctor
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