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Clematis not flowering
Granniegardener
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This evergreen clematis has been growing in the corner of the garden for about 5 years, S/W facing, but semi-shaded. I have no idea what type it is (threw the label away -doh!!), bought from a supermarket. I have had very little flowering from it, (maybe 4 single flowers over the years, at different times of the year!!) although it is growing very well. Today I noticed this solitary flower, so thought I'd ask you very knowledgeable people if you could give me any ideas re. Any ideas on the name? And why is it not flowering?
Thanks in advance 🙂
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Lack of flowering can be down to various things - climate/conditions etc, or it may need a bit of rejuvenation. Many of the evergreen and winter clems aren't 100% hardy though, so it may just be struggling in the site it's in, and in your conditions.
It might be Wisley Cream
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Why won’t my clematis flower?
The most common cause of this problem is unsuitable growing conditions. Clematis need a moisture retentive but well-drained soil. The roots need to be kept cool and shaded, but growth and flowering will be impaired if the top of the plant is kept in deep shade. Place stones or pebbles around the base of the plant, or carefully position other plants so that only the base of the clematis is shaded.
Pruning certain species and cultivars at the wrong time of year can prevent flowering, by removing the part of the plant from which the flowers would normally be produced.
If the growing position seems suitable and the plant has been pruned correctly but still won’t flower, try an application of sulphate of potash in late winter or early spring.