I have a preference for Clematis which require hard pruning in late February, Nelly Moser which requires only light pruning in early Spring can not be ignored.
This Clematis which belongs to the Languinosa group is probably the best known of all. The soft pink flowers have a darker bar down each petal, flowering in early Summer and again in early Autumn. Definitely worthy of a special position in partial shade.
My reason for having a preference for the varieties which require hard pruning is simply because, mostly all our Clematis are trained up trellis, arches and fencing. With the need to give these wooden structures a coat of preservative every two or three years this would not be possible otherwise.
Do bear in mind Nelly Moser is best trained against a wall for this very reason.
Hardiness – Fully hardy
Position – Partial shade
Height – 300cm/12ft
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