Clematis macropetala is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae native to northwestern China, Mongolia, and adjoining areas of Siberia. Its cultivars 'Ballet Skirt', 'Lagoon', 'Pauline', and 'Wesselton' have gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
How to keep Clematis Macropetala.
Water
Clematis macropetala needs consistent moisture and should be watered weekly, as it is not drought-tolerant. During dry periods, it may shed its leaves to conserve water. This plant can also grow well in containers, which allows for better control over its watering needs.
Pruning
Clematis macropetala should be pruned either before it flowers or from late winter to early spring. Removing weak branches can help prevent nutrient loss. Heavy pruning can revitalize the plant's growth, while minimizing pruning in the summer helps retain leaves. To encourage a longer blooming season with more flowers, try to preserve about half of the thick branches.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Vine
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Clematis
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Mature Height
- 2.5 m to 3.5 m
- Mature Spread
- 2 m
