Clematis x triternata 'Rubromarginata'

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With the strongest almond scent of all, this clematis is an excellent choice for tricky spots – it's a variety which will do well in almost any position, even shade. More
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If you're looking for a clematis with incredible scent, this almond-scented variety has the strongest of them all. It's an excellent scrambler, for growing up through trees and hedgerows and brings a huge abundance of flowers all at once in late summer.

Tolerant of dry soils and shady positions, it's a good choice for a difficult spots where other varieties might struggle.

Genus Clematis
Group/Species x triternata
Variety Rubromarginata
Common Name Fragrant Virgin's Bower
Border Position On a Climbing Support
Soil Type Neutral - Alkaline
Scent Yes
Site Part Shade
Moisture Moist but Well-drained
Height 4.5m (15ft)
Spacing 4.5m (15ft)
Sowing, Seeds, Planting Clematis need moisture-retentive, but well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade. Keep the base of the plant and the roots cool and shaded, by carefully positioning other plants, or put a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base. Make sure you plant this with a method of support, and tie it in as it grows. This variety is virtually tendril-free, so won't entwine itself around an obelisk or trellis, you'll have to give it a hand.
Care Tips Pruning group 3 - flowers on the current season's growth, so cut back hard in early spring to a healthy pair of buds 30cm (12in) above the ground and apply a mulch of compost or well-rotted manure. Tie in new shoots to a trellis or other suitable support. Will benefit from a regular liquid feed throughout the growing season. Read Sarah's article for more information on how to prune clematis.
Flowering July - September
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
  • Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
  • Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
  • Flowers/Harvest
Advice
Clematis for every month of the year

Find out how to have at least one clematis in flower all 12 months of the year with Sarah's guide.

How to prune clematis

 Learn how to prune your clematis plant with this simple guide.

How to plant and grow clematis

Transform a pergola or wall with wonderful clematis, or be more adventurous and plant one of them through a tree.

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