clematis
Clematis 'Paul Farges' SUMMER SNOW
Overview
Clematis 'Paul Farges' SUMMER SNOW is an absolutely stunning plant! This fragrant climber is a beautiful addition to gardens, and brings the warmth of summer to any trellis or fence. Best grown in full sun to part shade, it blooms with white flowers in the summer and continues to delight with its feathery silver seed heads throughout the fall. It’s easy to care for and doesn’t need much attention. Its beautiful silver foliage and showy blooms make it a great addition to any garden that’s looking for an added touch of elegance and beauty.
Care Guide
Watering
Clematis 'Paul Farges' SUMMER SNOW should be watered deeply and regularly, especially when flowering. Water generously once a week during the growing season, and once every 2 weeks during the winter. Make sure to water near the base of the plant, not from overhead. This will help avoid overwatering and also help prevent fungal diseases. Always check the soil before watering to ensure it is not overly saturated. If the soil is damp it may not need water.
Light
Clematis 'Paul Farges' SUMMER SNOW needs full sun in the morning and at least partial shade in the afternoon. This plant should get at least 5 hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day. During the hot summer months, some afternoon shade may be beneficial to keep the flowers from getting too much sun. This species should be placed in a spot that receives full sun in the morning and partial shade in the afternoon.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 5–9.
Pruning
Pruning for Clematis 'Paul Farges' SUMMER SNOW should take place in the late winter or early spring. Prune back the shoots to a height of 20-30cm from the ground. The shoots that remain should be tied to a support structure to help support growth. The shoots that have grown in summer should be pruned lightly. In mid-August, remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches as needed. Generally, deadheading isn’t necessary, but if desired, remove any spent flowers during the season.
Propagation
Layering Propagation, Cutting, Division, Grafting Propagation
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