& Clematis Fujimusume 2 Litre Pot x 1

Thompson & Morgan Clematis ‘Fujimusume’ deserves a prominent position where its dramatic blooms can be fully appreciated. Flowering from June to July, this early large flowered variety bears single, purple blue flowers with creamy yellow anthers, followed by attractive golden seed heads that add interest well into autumn. Robust yet relatively compact, Thompson & Morgan Clematis ‘Fujimusume’ is a spectacular RHS AGM variety that is ideal for growing against walls and fences or planted in a large patio container. Choose a position in sun or semi shade when growing Thompson & Morgan Clematis ‘Fujimusume’ and plant the climber deeply in moist, fertile, well-drained soil, positioning the root ball at a depth of 7.5cm below soil level, in order to encourage new shoots to form from the base of the plant. Clematis dislike soils that are particularly wet or dry, however these conditions can be improved with the addition of plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost. If growing in containers, use a good quality soil-based compost. Train clematis plants onto a suitable support such as trellis, wires or a freestanding climbing frame. Feed and water regularly throughout the growing season. Thompson & Morgan Clematis ‘Fujimusume’ flowers in summer on new stems developed from the previous year’s growth. Pruning of Group 2 clematis should be undertaken in spring, before active growth begins, by removing any damaged of dead stems entirely before cutting back the remaining stems to a healthy pair of buds. Apply a mulch of well-rotted manure or garden compost to the base of the plant in spring, in order to protect the roots and conserve soil moisture. Ideal For: Patios, Walls and Fences, Cottage Gardens, Scented Gardens Hardiness: Hardy Position In: Sun or Semi-Shade Height: Up to 300cm Spread: Up to 100cm Ease of Growing: Easy for All Ease of Aftercare: Easy for All Features: A summer flowering clematis bearing single, purple-blue flowers with creamy-yellow anthers Clematis ‘Fujimusume makes a lovely feature scrambling up walls, trellises and obelisks A Group 2 clematis that is extremely easy to prune and maintain Ideal for walls, fences and cottage gardens Specifications: Model Number: 59408