Clematis 'Innocent Blush'
clematis (group 2)
Soft blush tones and generous blooms make this climber an easy way to add a gentle wash of colour without overwhelming a space.
Clematis ‘Innocent Blush’ is a compact, deciduous climber, ideal for trellises, obelisks or smaller garden structures where you want height without bulk. Its large flowers open in very pale pink, often with a deeper rosy flush through the centre or along the edges, and a soft, rounded form that can appear single or lightly layered.
Flowering starts in late spring to early summer on older stems, followed by a second flush later in the season on new growth, giving you a longer run of interest. The blooms sit neatly against fresh green foliage, creating a calm, elegant look that blends easily with other plants.
Grow in sun or light shade, with roots kept cool and moist, and provide light support as it climbs. A great choice for adding soft colour and repeat flowering to patios or borders.
Clematis ‘Innocent Blush’ is a compact, deciduous climber, ideal for trellises, obelisks or smaller garden structures where you want height without bulk. Its large flowers open in very pale pink, often with a deeper rosy flush through the centre or along the edges, and a soft, rounded form that can appear single or lightly layered.
Flowering starts in late spring to early summer on older stems, followed by a second flush later in the season on new growth, giving you a longer run of interest. The blooms sit neatly against fresh green foliage, creating a calm, elegant look that blends easily with other plants.
Grow in sun or light shade, with roots kept cool and moist, and provide light support as it climbs. A great choice for adding soft colour and repeat flowering to patios or borders.
How to care for Clematis Innocent Blush:
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
Clematis are happiest when their roots are kept cool and moist, so try to plant them where the base of the plants will be lightly shaded by other, lower-growing species. Otherwise, use a clematis root protector, or top-dress the rootball (avoiding the immediate crown), with a generous layer of shingle or pebbles.
Remove dead and damaged stems before growth begins in early spring, cutting all remaining stems back to where strong buds are visible.
Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant - again avoiding the immediate crown.
Clematis are happiest when their roots are kept cool and moist, so try to plant them where the base of the plants will be lightly shaded by other, lower-growing species. Otherwise, use a clematis root protector, or top-dress the rootball (avoiding the immediate crown), with a generous layer of shingle or pebbles.
Remove dead and damaged stems before growth begins in early spring, cutting all remaining stems back to where strong buds are visible.
Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant - again avoiding the immediate crown.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
2m
Eventual spread:
1.5m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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CAUTION toxic if eaten/skin & eye irritant
