Clematis vines are available in many varieties, with flowers in differing colors and sizes. Most are perennials, although there are a few evergreen varieties. These beautiful flowering vines can be a great addition to most gardens. This is a guide about growing clematis.
Years ago I was told by my mother to give my clematis 1 cup of lime and 1 cup of garden fertilizer each year. She grew everything well, and now I have beautiful long growing clematis. I add 1/2 cup of each in early February and again after the first flowering, working it into the soil around the plant. Then water well and mulch to keep roots shaded. Works for me!
By Betty from Warrensburg, MO
By Ellen Brown
I am looking for growing tips for clematis vines.
By Ed
By Joyann
03/28/2012
This will show you step by step how to grow them.
http://www.gardenguides.com/69085-grow-clematis.html
Is it possible to grow clematis in a hot climate? We grew them very successfully in the UK so have some experience, but would appreciate any tips for growing them in Turkey. We live in a forest by a river, but although it's not as hot as some places it does still reach 50c at the height of summer.
By Suzanna H from Turkey
By fuzzytufts
10/12/2011
The only thing you have to remember is that their feet need to be shaded and water often and you will do fine. the top likes the sun and the roots like being shaded whether by another plant or with mulch. I mulch heavily and water often in hot weather and have no problem. During the 90 degree weather here in the summer it doesn't bloom as much or as big of blooms but still showey and I am happy with it. Hope this helps.
I just wanted to share this photo of the clematis that is growing in my yard, they are the size of small plates! They are so pretty this year. Enjoy
By Tracy from Mi
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