Why has my clematis produced this leaf / flower. Not sure what it is?
Here's an article that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/leaves-turning-reddish-purple.htm
I am not sure how to treat my clematis , should I just cut off infected leaves olease
Unfortunately, your photo did not come through. I am unable to diagnose the problem without seeing the exact color of the spots and other features and placement of the disease.
Many issues are caused by overwatering, though. If it is overly wet in your area, you may need to improve the drainage in your soil. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/yard-drainage-problems.htm
Cutting the leaves will not solve the issue. It can help stop new spread, but the disease will need to be treated within the soil and plant as well.
This article will help you with fungicide use:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/using-fungicides-in-garden.htm
This article will help you with the care of Clematis:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
I have taken everything out except for the clematis and weigela bush. I want to put maybe some tidy flowering shrubs in there. I would like it to be simple and easy to keep up. I have no idea what or how many to add. This area gets full sun. Location is Southern Ontario, Canada Thank you ?
These articles may have some ideas for you. Check with your local garden centers for regional plants also.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/zone-5-gardening.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/flowering-shrubs-for-zone-5.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/planting-zone-5-shrubs.htm
My 3 year old clematis has buds but there are two different leaves coming from the same vine. The one with the biggest buds has three leaves but the other vine with 5 leaves has small buds. Can you explain this?
It's possible that a native vine has crept in, such as virginia creeper. It has 5 points to a leaf. A large flowered clematis is a hybrid plant, it is possible that a change is just a reversion to one of the parents, of which there can be more than two. If your vine was grafted, it could have reverted to the rootstock.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/virginia-creeper/virginia-creeper-maintenance.htm
Already have a camellia that does very well in a pot however I think it needs to be potted on. Would like to add height to the area with a climber and would like a big impact of a repeat flowing clematis (liking either yukikomachi or hagley hybrid). It is not a large area so would like to use 1 pot instead of 2 if possible.
Though there are many shrubs, perennials and bulb flowers that would make lovely companions; clematis may not be the best if planted in the same pot or near the camellia. Clematis is a climber and may began to wind itself into the camellia. Also, clematis vines need full sun and camellias need part shade, shelter from the hot afternoon sun.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/camellia/caring-for-camellias.htm
I have found what look like tiny yellow seeds under the leaves of my Clematis and I don't know what they are. I would appreciate any help that you may be able to give me. Kind regards and stay safe. Marianne
Unfortunately the photo is out of focus. I am unable to see what it is.
It definitely appears to be a gall of some sort. This will usually be an insect that causes this.
Remove some of the most infected growth and spray using insecticides. Here are some articles that will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/treating-leaf-gall-on-plants.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/clematis/growing-clematis.htm
I came across a picture of a stack of cinder blocks used as planters for succulents, and thought about the idea of using that concept, but with flowing flowery vines flowing down out of the top with smaller perennials in some of the side spaces. I live in zone 6 and wondering what, if any, perennials would be good for such a prospect. We have a corner of the backyard where this would be awesome. Thanks very much!
Sure, there are several options for you. These articles will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-5/hardy-vines-for-zone-5.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/gardening-by-zone/zone-6/zone-6-flowers.htm