{"product_id":"clematis-armandii","title":"Clematis armandii","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eClematis armandii\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Armand clematis, is the most refined of the evergreen clematis and one of the most fragrant climbers you can grow on a UK wall. Through March and April it smothers itself in clouds of pure white, vanilla-almond scented star flowers, set against long, leathery, deeply ribbed leaves that have a tropical, almost rainforest quality to them year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginating in central and western China, this is a vigorous evergreen climber that quickly clothes a sheltered sunny wall, fence or pergola in glossy green. It is the cornerstone fragrant climber for any Hardy Exotic patio or courtyard, providing winter structure with its evergreen foliage and a spectacular spring scent show.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow and where to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e south or west-facing sheltered wall or fence; full sun on the growth, cool shade on the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e fertile, free-draining, any pH including chalk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e vigorous, climbing to around 6-9 m tall with a spread of 2-3 m.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e RHS H5, hardy in a sheltered position to around -15C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eTrain onto wires or trellis as it grows; it climbs by twining leaf stalks, so needs something to wrap around. Prune lightly after flowering only if needed to keep it in shape, otherwise leave it to clothe its support. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hardy-exotics-what-to-expect\"\u003ewhat to expect from outdoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e guide for seasonal notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'Armandii' is at its absolute best on a warm, sheltered patio or courtyard wall, where the spring scent can be enjoyed up close. It works equally well in a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hardy-exotics\"\u003eHardy Exotic patio scheme\u003c\/a\u003e as a winter-structural plant, and complements palms, tree ferns and bamboos in an \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exotic-border-plants\"\u003eexotic border\u003c\/a\u003e or near a seating area. A natural choice for the back of a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003elarge container by a sunny wall\u003c\/a\u003e or a sheltered \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-shade\"\u003eshaded courtyard\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEvery \u003cstrong\u003eClematis armandii\u003c\/strong\u003e we send is a strong, well-rooted young plant on a cane, hand-selected for healthy foliage and balanced growth, and packed with care to arrive in superb condition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GROW TROPICALS","offers":[{"title":"15cm \/ 1.5L","offer_id":57849584517503,"sku":"CLEMARM15","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0361\/9645\/0348\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_ee1deb42-55a0-4fb1-b2b0-516f44758c64.jpg?v=1783090946","url":"https:\/\/growtropicals.com\/products\/clematis-armandii","provider":"GrowTropicals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}