clematis 'Hagley Hybrid'

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, best in part shade to preserve the flower colour, with the roots and base of the plant kept cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles at the base. Plant with the crown 5-8cm (2-3in) deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. Can be grown in containers at least 45cm (18in) deep and wide in a soil based potting compost. Best flower colour in part shade

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

Slugs and snails and voles may damage young shoots and cut through young stems. Aphids may attack young plants

Clematis wilt and powdery mildew may be a problem