So I am seeing a lot of contradictory information. I bought a few clematis this year and planted them about a week ago. Do I fertilize in the first year/season? And if so, what exact fertilizer should I use? I'm extremely new to gardening, so any information will help and be very appreciated! :)
The first year; water, water, water! For your new clematis, working in lots of compost and some granular organic fertilizer.
Established Plants. Fertilize your established clematis once per month throughout the growing season, starting in early to mid-spring and continuing into midsummer.
I have a beautiful white clematis and its flowers are brilliant white. Today I noticed some of the top is dieing.. it also has brown little spots on the flower. What could be causing it? The plant is several years old
This could be something as simple as watering spots but could also be something more serious.
This link will help you determine the issue.
https://extension.psu.edu/clematis-diseases
Hi. I have 2 Ernest Markham Clematis which produces red magenta flowers.First 2 years they were growing fine,last year and especially now they start to have yellowing leaves starting from the bottom(i guess it's called wilting?)-last year i pruned the dead ones,kept watering but it didn't help .Soil is clay slightly alkaline,faces west so plenty sun after 2 pm-is there anything else i can do to prevent this from spreading to the rest of the vine? How can i prevent it from happening in the years to come? Thank you for your advise.much appreciated. Perry.
This is, actually, a simple nutrient deficiency. This is more than likely in need of magnesium and calcium. Dolomitic lime will correct this, but you should fertilize once per year for the best results, as well, although it isn't completely necessary.
This article will help with the care of these: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
I have 4 first year clematis in bloom when they finis blooming how do I care for them there in pots and are about 3ft high I would dearly love to keep them do I prune or not
Pruning depends on the Clematis variety.
These articles will help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis-in-pots.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/pruning-clematis-vines.htm
Why does my clamatis plant die around the bottom and then up the plant. Part of it is blooming and part is dead.
This time of year, fungal infections are very common. I recommend adding dolomitic lime and wettable sulfur to the soil. This will cure any infections, along with restoring the soil to a more suitable conditions.
This article will help you to know when to prune the clematis that you have: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/pruning-clematis-vines.htm
This sounds like Phymatotrichopsis and Phytophthora root rots may cause clematis to wilt and decline. You may be able to see some of the rotten plant tissue near the soil line. To help the plant recover, Penn State Extension recommends removing infected leaves as they appear and pruning to increase air circulation. Only plant clematis in well draining soil. Water it regularly to keep the soil moist, but do not let it become waterlogged or flooded. Keep water off the leaves, because wet leaves can encourage fungal development.
My clematis vine is only flowering on the top, should I cut it back?
Make sure the feet are in the shade and the head is in the sun. Check moisture levels of soil.
Make sure they get a general feed in early spring.
Following the pruning information in the link below, you can clean up the vine at the appropriate time.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/pruning-clematis-vines.htm
On a personal note, I had a summer blooming Clematis that was very sparse. I cut it to the ground and 2 years later a beautiful flush of flowers. A very hard prune may be an option for you.
I was wondering if I could leave my clematis and hoping it will come back I was checking my clematis when I noticed the vine drooping I looked closely it was cut off at bottom I'm not sure if it was a rabbit or squirrel bite it
Clematis have a very strong root system and will most likely grow back from the roots with some time.
You can add some protective fencing around the plant to keep critters from snacking on your plant.