Clematis Armandii On Fence

Prepare a hole to plant the clematis.

Clematis armandii on fence.

Give climbers support by fixing horizontal wires 45cm apart to your fence or wall. And due to its growth pattern it should be planted along with a structure like a fence pergola or gazebo. That includes the shade side of a fence where it will soon romp up to catch the sun. In colder regions plant your evergreen clematis in a sheltered location away from cold winter winds.

You can tighten the wire using a pair of pliers to turn the end of the vine eye. Plant range c w china. Care of clematis armandii planting positions can be varied but a south or southy west facing wall or fence is best. Armandii likes humus rich moist well drained soil.

Hardiness isn t what clematis armandii is best known for. Vigorous and quick growing this early flowering clematis is perfect for covering a wall trellis fence or pergola. The hole needs to be approximately 18 inches wide and 18 inches deep. May be invasive in some climates due to its vigorous nature.

It is a fast growing vine and can reach over 20 feet. However as with many clematis they are happy to be planted in a shady spot if they can send their heads up to the sun. Plant it where you will be able to enjoy its perfume. Silver lace vine passionflower trumpet vine honeysuckle not the invasive kind please and any relative of the morning glory.

Single fragrant creamy white flowers 5 6cm across with creamy stamens in clusters in early to mid spring. Secure the ends by looping through the eye and wrapping around the shank. Near a doorway along a path near your patio or deck. Clematis armandii lavishes us with superb evergreen leafage thick and at the same time shiny leaves.

Clematis armandii is native to china. Armandii is a large vigorous evergreen climber with leathery dark glossy green trifoliate leaves up to 15cm long. Position the hole near the center of the climbing fence or wall to give the clematis something to grow up against. Space the vine eyes 1 8m apart horizontally then run wire through them.

Use the pot of the plant s size to determine the size of the hole you re digging. Clematis clematis helps you take advantage of the vertical space in your garden by climbing trellises trees or fences and bringing pops of color to bland areas. Some good examples of fence eaters. A terrific plant providing months of enjoyment.

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