Old Mans Beard,. An early flowering, deciduous climber, with attractively divided leaves. Pretty semi-double light blue flowers, followed by fluffy seedheads. Max Height 2m to 3m. Max Spread 1.5m. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Clematis macropetala
An early flowering, deciduous climber, with attractively divided leaves. Pretty semi-double light blue flowers, followed by fluffy seedheads.
Category: Climbers
Additional information
Generic | Clematis |
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Species | macropetala |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Old Mans Beard |
Flower Colour | blue |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Deciduous |
Height | 2m, 3m |
Family | Ranunculaceae |
Spread | 1.5m |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April, May |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
Care | |
Border | Climbing wall |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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