golden-bell clematis
Clematis tangutica
Overview
The golden-bell clematis (Clematis tangutica) is an amazing climber for any garden! Its vibrant yellow, bell-shaped flowers boast long, elegant anthers and a sweet, floral scent which covers the entire garden. It is a reliable bloomer from late summer to near the end of fall, producing more and more flowers as time goes on. Due to its resilient nature, it can tolerate drought thanks to its deep root system and can even grow in extreme climates, making it one of the most versatile plants you can have! It's foliage offers a fresh, bright backdrop to really put the flowers on display. Ideal for borders and container gardens, the golden-bell clematis is hard to beat!
Care Guide
Watering
Golden-bell clematis should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Water the plant at the base near the stem; avoid wetting the foliage. Increase the frequency of watering during particularly hot and dry periods. In winter, reduce watering to once every 2 weeks. Make sure that the soil has an even moisture content at all times.
Light
Golden bell clematis plants grow best in full sunlight for at least 6 to 8 hours per day. This plant will thrive and bloom best when it is exposed to full sun in the morning but can tolerate some shade in the afternoon. It may be necessary to provide partial shade for the clematis in areas with scorching summer heat.
Soil
Humus rich, Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 5-9.
Pruning
Pruning for a Clematis tangutica (Golden-bell Clematis) should be done once a year during the late winter or early spring. Aim to cut back the plant by around a 1/3 to a 1/2 to maintain the desired size and shape. This species of clematis produces many flowers, so leaving some of the old stems uncut and cutting the new ones can allow for best flowering growth. It is also recommended to pinch any large buds off as they emerge. Doing this will prevent large and lanky stems from developing in the middle of the plant.
Propagation
Seed Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Earwigs, Fungal leaf spot, Nematodes, Rodents, Rust, Scale insects, Stem borer insects.
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