A good deal of space is required for the bushy chells plants.Many novice gardeners hesitate to plant them inside pots and other containers because of this.You should be able to get your clematis if you plant it in a large container filled with rich potting mix and provide the vine with ample support as it grows.
Step 1: You can choose a slow-growing variety.
The "Montana" requires too much room for their roots to grow, making container planting a disaster."Bees Jubilee", "Carnaby," "Dawn," and "Fireworks" are some of the varieties to look for.
Step 2: Pick a large pot.
According to conventional wisdom, clematis needs a container with a minimum diameter of 18 inches.The roots of a tall plant need a lot of room to spread out, and even small clematis can reach heights of 6 feet.
Step 3: There is plenty of drainage in a pot.
Too much water can quickly turn into a problem when it's cooler.If the pot doesn't have at least three drainage holes, drill a few into the bottom.
Step 4: You should be aware of the material your pot is made of.
There are pluses and minuses to each material.Terra cotta pots are heavy and likely to crack in the winter, even though they keep the soil well drained.Stone pots are often heavier than clay pots.Plastic pots are light and last a long time.If the inner lining of the container is made of tin to preserve the wood longer, it will have a good balance between weight and drainage.
Step 5: The late summer or early autumn is when you should plant your clematis.
This will give the plant plenty of time to get used to it's surroundings.It is expected to produce a few flowers by the summer of the following year.
Step 6: The crocks should be placed in the bottom of the pot.
It is possible to use stones or gravel.Better drainage conditions can be created due to the materials that prevent the drainage holes from getting clogged.You can find most of these materials at a garden supply store, but if you're not able to locate them, you can collect stones from a nearby creek or use a hammer to break an old clay pot into pieces.If you collect these materials from nature, you should either soak them in hot soapy water or make a solution with one part bleach and four parts water.
Step 7: There is a rich layer of rotted turf.
It is possible to get rid of turf by digging up a patch of grass and soil, dumping it into a spare pot, and soaking it for several days.On top of the crocks, place the turf upside-down.You can also use garden compost.It is possible to find these materials at garden or farming supply stores.Regardless of what you choose, these materials should be kept away from the clematis root ball sincebacteria and insect eggs could be present inside the rot and could cause problems to the newly growing plant.
Step 8: The rest of the container should be filled with compost.
The best compost to use is loam-based compost.Compost-based potting mix is essential for clematis because of the rich soil it needs.
Step 9: The compost should be put down firmly.
The tighter the soil is, the harder it will sink upon being watered.The top of your soil should be 2 inches below the rim of the container.
Step 10: Remove the root ball from the water.
Allow the root ball to soak in the water for 10 to 20 minutes by filling a bucket with water.You will need to fill the bucket with water for every inch in diameter of the root ball.Since you want to make sure the root ball is wet, this should be done before you plant it.
Step 11: Use a garden trowel to dig out enough compost to fit the root ball.
When the hole seems big enough for the root ball to fit, dig out an additional 2 inches of compost.The root ball needs more wiggle room in order to thrive.
Step 12: The root ball should be placed in the hole.
The root ball is two inches below the surface.
Step 13: Put compost in the hole.
Pack the compost tightly around the root ball to make sure it stays in place.
Step 14: Remove dirt from the soil.
The compost doesn't need to be saturated to puddling, but it should feel damp when touched.
Step 15: Every day, check your clematis to make sure the soil is moist.
The top inch of the soil is where your finger should be.Give your plant water if it feels dry.
Step 16: The pot should be placed in a location that gets some sun.
They only need six hours of direct sun per day, and prefer to have their roots in shade.Light can be provided by placing the clematis near an eastern or western window, or in a shady spot on your deck or patio.
Step 17: In the spring you canfertilize your clematis with a high quality compost.
Depending on the type ofFertilizer you use, the amount will vary.If you want the plant to get enough nutrition, you should give it a rosefertilizer a month or two apart.Too much fertilization can cause harmful salts to build up in the soil, so you must monitor your plant to determine if it is still healthy.The percentages are referred to as "10-20-10."Nitrogen contributes to the growth of leaves.Nitrogen and potassium should be balanced with a higher amount of phosphorus.
Step 18: Provide the clematis with a lot of support.
If you want to avoid disrupting the roots of the vine, insert a bamboo cane or thick stake at a slight angle into the pot.Use twine or yarn to tie the vines onto the cane.Proper vertical support will allow your clematis to become bushier and taller, leading to more foliage and a greater amount of flowering.
Step 19: Take care of your clematis.
There are three types of clematis.As soon as the plant flowers, you should remove the dead and weak stems.Once the plant gets crowded, you should only remove dead growth.You should only leave the lowest pair of buds if you remove all growth from the previous year.
Step 20: It's a good idea to watch out for signs of fungi.
There are two diseases faced by this plant.The stems should be removed and the plant treated with a fungicide.