Clematis cirrhosa 'Ourika Valley' (C)

Needs a warm, sheltered position with fertile, well-drained soil. Plant with the crown at soil level. Keep the base shaded and cool by the careful positioning of plants. In cold areas, grow in a container and overwinter in a greenhouse or conservatory. See clematis cultivation for further information

Propagate by layering in late winter or early spring, by softwood cuttings in spring, or semi-ripe cuttings in early summer

Young shoots may be susceptible to slugs, snails and aphids; petals can be eaten by earwigs

Generally disease-free