The best planting time and the ideal location - an overview
The clematis receive optimal starting conditions if they are planted in the ground between August and October. At this time the soil is sun-warm, so that the roots can establish themselves optimally. Choose a location with these conditions:
- Partially shaded, warm and sheltered from the wind
- More nutrient-rich, more humic floor, fresh-moist and well-drained
- With an advantageous pH of around 6.0
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So that the clematis really feels at home, its head should be pampered by the sun and its feet should be shaded. Where this prerequisite is not automatically given by the lighting conditions, an adequate one takes care of it Underplanting for the important shading of the root area. Suitable candidates are pretty Blue pillows or graceful Purple bells.
Proper planting - that's what counts
The planting hole for a clematis should be deep enough that two pairs of eyes with the root ball are inserted under the surface of the earth. Thanks to this care, the
Clematis root more vital. In addition, these dormant buds serve as a reserve in case the above-ground tendrils fall victim to the clematis wilt. Since the fungal spores do not penetrate underground, the clematis will happily sprout from them again.Do not miss a drainage at the bottom of the planting pit Grit(€ 49.99 at Amazon *) or to spread gravel to effectively prevent waterlogging. plants Place the root ball in a slightly inclined position towards the climbing aid. It is important to note that the young plant is pruned in the following spring. Cut In doing so, pull back all the tendrils to within 20 or 30 centimeters to lure out a lush branching.
Tips & Tricks
There one Clematis has no detention organs, she is on one Climbing aid reliant. If you offer your clematis a trellis or a rope system with numerous struts, it will wind its way up to the sky with its strong leaf stalks. Since the beauty of the flowers favors a vertical direction, the tendrils are directed in the horizontal direction of growth with the help of plant ties or clamps.
