clematis 'Jackmanii Superba'

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, 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 deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. See clematis cultivation for more advice

Propagate by layering or semi-hardwood cuttings

May be susceptible to aphids. Cutworms and voles may cut young stems

May be susceptible to clematis wilt