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Clematis 'Comtesse de Bouchaud'Old Man's Beard

Hardy Shrub

What is Hardy Shrub?
Woody plant, usually having a permanent framework of branches.
Capable of withstanding outdoor winter temperatures down to -15C.

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A beautiful late-flowering clematis

Mauve-pink flowers appear from June to September

Tough and forgiving climber is particularly versatile

Awarded an RHS Award of Garden Merit

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Height Up to 300cm (118.1in)
Spread Up to 100cm (39.4in)

Hardy Shrub

patiowalls and fencescottage gardens

Sun or semi shadeShade

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Description
A vigorous and beautiful late-flowering clematis which holds a coveted RHS AGM. Clematis 'Comtesse de Bouchard' dates back to 1900, but still holds its own among modern cultivars. Its mauve-pink flowers appear from June to September in a spectacular display. This tough, forgiving climber is particularly versatile, performing superbly in borders or containers in almost any aspect of sun or shade. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning Group: 3.

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

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2 x 3 Litre Potted Plants (KF5205)

1 x 3 Litre Potted Plant (KF4085)

1 x 1.7 Litre Potted Plant (KF1674)

How to Grow
When planting clematis, choose a position in sun or semi-shade and plant the climber deeply in moist, fertile, well drained soil. Position the top of the rootball at a depth of 7.5cm (3") below soil level, to encourage new shoots to form from the base of the plant. Clematis dislike soils that are particularly wet or dry. Such soils can be improved by the addition of plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost. When growing clematis in patio containers use a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3. Train clematis plants onto a suitable support such as trellis, wires or a freestanding climbing frame.
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Feed and water frequently throughout the growing season. This variety of clematis flowers in late summer on the current year’s growth. Pruning should be undertaken in spring before active growth begins. When pruning group 3 Clematis, cut back all of the previous year’s stems to a pair of healthy buds at around 20cm (8") above ground level. In spring, apply a mulch of well rotted manure or garden compost to the base of the plant in order to protect the roots and conserve soil moisture.
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Seeds and garden supplies will normally be delivered within the time period stated against each product as detailed above. Plants, bulbs, corms, tubers, shrubs, trees, potatoes, etc. are delivered at the appropriate time for planting or potting on. Delivery times will be stated on the product page above, or in your order acknowledgement page and email.

Orders for packets of seed incur a delivery charge of £2.99.

Orders which include any other products will incur a delivery charge of £6.99.

Where an order includes both packets of seeds and other products, a maximum delivery charge of £7.99 will apply - regardless of the number of items ordered.

Large items may incur a higher delivery charge - this will be displayed in your shopping basket.

Please see our Delivery page for further details, and more information on different charges that may apply to certain destinations.

For more information on how we send your plants please visit our Helpful Guide on plant sizes.

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