Clematis armandi
clematis (group 1) (syn. Clematis armandii)
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: March to April
- Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection)
A fantastic, evergreen, twining climber, with handsome, long, lance-shaped leaves that will cloak a wall or fence within a few seasons. In early spring, it’s smothered in fragrant, star-shaped, creamy-white flowers and the new leaves are bronze-tinted. Plant near a doorway to enjoy the scent, and give it plenty of room to spread out.
This clematis prefers its roots to be in cool, moist, well-drained soil in a sheltered position away from cold winds and also benefits from the protection of a sunny, south facing wall or fence. Keep the roots protected during the winter with a thick mulch of well-rotted garden compost or manure. Once established, prune after flowering. This plant is toxic to dogs if eaten.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten