clematis 'Plena'

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, in a warm, sheltered position. Plant with the crown 5-8cm deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. Can be grown in containers, at least 45cm deep and wide, in a soil-based potting compost; best outdoors in mild localities only, ideal for conservatory cultivation. See also clematis cultivation for further advice

Propagate by softwood or semi-ripe cuttings or layering

Young shoots may be susceptible to aphids and slug damage

May suffer from powdery mildews, clematis slime flux and clematis wilt