Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall'
Utterly charming in every aspect
Grown by Mollie
Cheltenham
Plant on a 90cm Cane in a 3L Pot
60-90cm inc. pot on arrival
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Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall'
- They don't come much more striking than 'The Duchess of Cornwall' clematis! With royal-purple blooms (made to 'pop' even more thanks to butter-yellow anthers) and a neat, compact habit, this is the perfect pick for the patio and smaller gardens.
- Free-flowering and easy to look after, this clematis has become immensely popular since its introduction, back in 2021. And when you look at it, it's not hard to see why!
- Grow this clematis up an obelisk or trellis, or alternatively, let it vine its way around an established, free-standing rose (other shrubs work well, too).
- With just a simple annual prune, this clematis will reward you with many years of flowering service. Check out our article, Clematis Pruning Guide & Groups Explained, for more information on pruning.
- 'Evipo118'
- Bred by the iconic Raymond Evison at his Guernsey nursery.
- 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, Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' is well-suited for container growth in a large, well-drained pot of at least 45 cm depth.
How big does it get?
Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' typically grows to a height of 2.5 to 3 metres and spreads about 1 metre.
How much sunlight does this need?
Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' prefers full sun to partial shade, ideally with its roots kept cool and shaded.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' prefers a fertile, moist but well-drained soil, ideally with the roots kept cool and shaded.
How much watering does this plant need?
Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' 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?
Raymond Evison Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' belongs to pruning group 2. This means it flowers on both the previous year's growth and new growth. Prune in late winter or early spring by cutting back to a pair of healthy buds, and again after the first flush of flowers.
How hardy is this plant?
Clematis 'The Duchess of Cornwall' 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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