Clematis are a gardener's favourite: they're prolific bloomers, producing flowers in a spectrum of colours and sizes. But knowing when to prune clematis will encourage the best displays every year. As ...

Question: I know there are three types of clematis. And that the specific type determines when the clematis should be cut down. Can you give some direction as to when each should be cut, and perhaps ...

The most overwhelming information regarding Clematis care is how to prune them. Clematis species are assigned a “pruning code” based on when it sets flower buds and when it blooms. If you know the ...

Clematis is a lovely perennial vine that climbs, grows, and can sometimes establish a permanent framework for fresh green growth. This beautiful plant lightens up the garden with large, vivid, ...

When is the best time prune my clematis? I understand there are three different pruning techniques depending upon the cultivars, but I don't know what I have. Yes, you're correct. Clematis (pronounced ...

Q: My clematis are looking rather ugly now, but is fall a good time to prune them? A: The optimal time to prune clematis depends on what type of clematis you have. There are three groups of clematis, ...

“We have several clematis vines in our garden and do not know their names. Do you advise cutting them this fall or leaving them alone?” Different species and varieties of clematis have more specific ...

In their haste to tidy up their gardens in spring, gardeners can make the mistake of pruning off flower buds. You need to know your plants and whether the plant produces flowers on old wood (last year ...

Recently a reader asked me whether to deadhead clematis or not. The question seems simple enough – yes or no. Surprisingly, though, the answer is not so straightforward. Clematis bloom whether you ...

*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. Clematis Q: My clematis are looking rather ugly now, but is fall a good time to prune them? A: The optimal time to prune clematis ...