When to prune clematis vines

Learn how to plant, care for and prune Clematis vines so they produce the biggest blooms in your garden year after year.

If you’ve ever seen a clematis that is one big mountain of tangled up stems, it’s almost enough to scare you away from growing them. But let’s take a look at why, when, and how these remarkable vines should be pruned and you’ll find it’s not as difficult as it seems.

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This 1-2-3 guide shows you how to know which clematis type you have and if or when it will need pruning. No need to be overwhelmed! These beautiful vines are delightful in the garden.

Do you ever find yourself questioning the information you read about plants? So often I have read that Clematis like their heads in the sun and their roots to be in cool shade. Where did that little gem of wisdom come from anyway? Is it something that some plant expert said once and gardeners like myself just pass along? When you stop and think about this little nugget of information, it makes good sense. Most vines stretch up out of shady undergrowth to reach for the sun. Clematis are no…

Learn how to plant, care for and prune Clematis vines so they produce the biggest blooms in your garden year after year.

Learn how to plant, care for and prune Clematis vines so they produce the biggest blooms in your garden year after year.

Pruning tips for beginners. Learn techniques to prune a variety of plants including roses, hydrangea, forsythia, lilac, fir trees, apple trees, and more! Featuring videos and how to articles from Fine Gardening experts.

Learn how to plant, care for and prune Clematis vines so they produce the biggest blooms in your garden year after year.

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