Clematis Dancing King ('Zodaki') (PBR)
clematis (group 2)
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This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
- Position: Full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: Fast
- Flowering period: May to July and August to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
This captivating clematis graces gardens as an early-flowering deciduous climber, showcasing dark green leaves and large rounded semi-double to double pale violet mauve flowers in late spring to early summer. It offers a second flush of smaller, almost off-white blooms from late summer to early autumn. Compact in size, reaching only 1 to 1.5m (5ft) high, 'Dancing King,' is an ideal choice for container planting against walls or trellises, ensuring a captivating addition to any garden space.
Clematis are happiest when their roots are kept cool and moist, so try to plant them where the base of the plants will be lightly shaded by other, lower-growing species. Otherwise, use a clematis root protector, or top-dress the rootball (avoiding the immediate crown), with a generous layer of shingle or pebbles. Remove dead and damaged stems before growth begins in early spring, cutting all remaining stems back to where strong buds are visible. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant - again avoiding the immediate crown.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten