Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles'
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Grown by Mollie
Cheltenham
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Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles'
- A stunning and highly distinctive climber with cream and cerise, cup-shaped cruciform flowers, and a wonderful aroma to boot!
- The eye-catching, fragrant flowers, which comprise four "paint-splattered" petals arranged in a cross, bloom between December and February, providing a welcome jolt of colour in the drab winter months
- Train this evergreen clematis up against a south-facing wall in a sheltered position, or make it the star of your patio by planting in a container with an obelisk
- Certified as one of the Royal Horticultural Society's Plants for Pollinators; this clematis and its divine scent will attract buff-tailed bumblebees in their gently humming droves
- Winner of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit, which is given to plants that showcase exceptional quality in UK growing conditions
- Pruning group 1 - an early flowering clematis that doesn't require any routine pruning
- Please Note: Our climbers are pruned back each winter, and some during the summer, so you may find at certain times of year they do not cover the whole 90cm cane. This is intentional to ensure the best growth when you plant out
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' is well-suited for container growth in a large, well-drained pot of at least 45 cm depth.
How big does it get?
Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' generally reaches a height of 2 to 3 metres with a spread of 1.5 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally with its roots kept cool and shaded.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' prefers a fertile, moist but well-drained soil, ideally with the roots kept cool and shaded.
How much watering does this plant need?
Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' requires regular watering to keep its roots cool and soil moist, needing about 2.5 centimetres of water weekly when temperatures exceed 20°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No, Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' belongs to pruning group 1. This means it flowers on stems produced the previous year and requires little to no pruning. If necessary, prune immediately after flowering to maintain size and remove dead wood.
How hardy is this plant?
Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' has an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it can withstand temperatures from -5°C to -10°C and is hardy through most of the UK, but may need a sheltered spot in colder northern regions.
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