Clematis 'Romantika'
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Cheltenham
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Clematis 'Romantika'
- 'Romantika' is a vigorous climbing clematis which produces an abundance of highly-impressive, single flowers throughout summer into early autumn
- This plant is all about contrast - cordate, mid green leaves are juxtaposed beautifully against the intensely purple, showy blooms. These themselves feature an element of striking contrast, with bright, lemon yellow anthers protruding from the centre of each flower once opened
- This much-loved hybrid variety was originally bred in the 1980s by Uno Kivistik, a pioneering Estonian clematis breeder who named well over 100 different hybrid varieties during the course of his life
- A fully hardy plant, this clematis is one seriously tough cookie and will withstand temperatures down to -20°C
- Pruning group 3 - prune hard (cutting to a healthy bud 30cm from the ground) in February or March
- 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 'Romantika' is well-suited for container growth in a large, well-drained pot of at least 45 cm depth.
How big does it get?
Clematis 'Romantika' typically grows to a height of 2.5 to 3 metres and spreads about 1 metre.
How much sunlight does this need?
Clematis 'Romantika' prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally with its roots kept cool and shaded.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Clematis 'Romantika' prefers a fertile, moist but well-drained soil, ideally with the roots kept cool and shaded.
How much watering does this plant need?
Clematis 'Romantika' 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?
Yes, Clematis 'Romantika' belongs to pruning group 3. This means it flowers on the current year's growth. Prune hard in late winter or early spring by cutting all stems back to a pair of strong buds about 20-30cm above ground level.
How hardy is this plant?
Clematis 'Romantika' is fully hardy with an RHS rating of H6, meaning it can withstand temperatures from -15°C to -20°C across the UK.
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