Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) — Climbing

Overview

Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climbers, walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, trees, containers and mixed borders.

About

Clematis 'Fairydust' is a deciduous climbing cultivar in the buttercup family, flowering from May to September. It is suited to being trained on walls, fences, obelisks and pergolas, and can also be grown against trees or in large containers. Position in full sun or partial shade with a moist but well-drained soil; it tolerates chalk, clay, loam and sand and a wide pH range. Rated H5 (hardy), it will tolerate exposed or sheltered sites across garden aspects.

About the genus

Clematis is a genus of about 380 species within the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. Their garden hybrids and cultivars have been popular among gardeners, beginning with Clematis 'Jackmanii', a garden staple since 1862. More cultivars are being produced constantly, mainly of Chinese and Japanese origin.

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In the garden

Clematis 'Fairydust' is a cultivated clematis within the Ranunculaceae, offered as a climbing plant for structural uses in the garden. As a deciduous climber it produces flowering shoots over an extended season from May to September, making it useful where a sustained display is required. The cultivar can be trained on supports or allowed to scramble through a light tree canopy. Plant into ordinary garden soils provided the planting position remains moist but well drained; this variety will tolerate chalk, clay, loam and sand and a full range of soil pH. Sit the crown at planting level and give a reliable supply of moisture through the growing season, while ensuring adequate support to take the stems as they lengthen. Site the plant in full sun or partial shade — it will adapt to north-, south-, east- or west-facing positions — and it copes with both exposed and sheltered exposures. Rated H5 (hardy), Clematis 'Fairydust' works on walls, fences, pergolas and obelisks and is suited to containers and mixed borders where a climber is needed at the rear. Expect regular flowering on the climbing stems between May and September, so position it where a long season of blooms can be viewed at close range.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Clematis

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Moist but well-drained
Aspect: North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Climber Wall Shrub
Habit: Climbing
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: Climbers, Walls, Fences, Obelisks, Pergolas, Trees, Containers, Mixed borders

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt)

Propagation: Cuttings, Layering, Seed
Pest resistance: Aphids, Capsid bugs, Caterpillars, Earwigs
Disease resistance: Powdery mildew, Clematis wilt

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt)?

Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) need?

Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.

Is Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) hardy in the UK?

Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt)?

Cuttings, Layering, Seed.

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