Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' (Clematis) - flowering climber - 11 cm pot - Height 40 cm - Pack of 2

Yes, the 'Madame Le Coultre' clematis (Clematis) is renowned for its vigor and easy-going nature. It adapts to most gardens as long as it has a support to cling to, moist soil, and a minimum amount of sunlight. It grows quickly: from its first season in the ground, it can grow by several dozen centimetres. The only thing to watch out for is moisture at the base: a thick layer of mulch or ground cover is enough to maintain the coolness essential to its roots. With these simple precautions, even a novice gardener will achieve spectacular blooms.

The Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' blooms from early s'ummer until'early f'all, thus offering several months of continuous flowering. Its large cream-white flowers appear on the old stems, which explains why severe pruning at the end of w'inter is essential to maintain this generous flowering. In full sun and with regular watering, the flowering can begin as early as June and last until'September-October depending on the region. This long period makes it o'ne of the most decorative climbers in the summer garden.

The Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' is a vigorous climber that can reach a height of 3 to 4 meters at full maturity. It quickly covers a trellis, pergola, or wall thanks to its twining stems that 'easily attach to their support. In the first year, the plant devotes its energy to 'rooting and growth remains moderate. From the second season, growth becomes significantly faster. A sturdy and well-anchored support from the time of planting is recommended to accommodate its development.

Yes, the Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' is a perfectly hardy plant that can withstand temperatures below -15°C. Its deciduous foliage naturally falls in autumn and the plant enters winter dormancy without damage. Severe pruning carried out at the end of 'winter (group 3) allows the plant to grow back vigorously on new shoots in spring. The 'trick of slightly burying the crown at planting protects the plant's crown during the harshest winters. It can therefore be grown in the ground throughout 'France, from the Atlantic coast to the mountainous regions.

The Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' prefers full sun or partial shade to flower profusely. The g'olden rule of clematis app'lies here: head in the sun, feet in the 'shade. In practice, expose the stems and flowers to as much light as possible, but protect the base of the plant with a thick layer of organic mulch, a few slate tiles, or a dense ground cover. A south, east, or west-facing position is ideal. In full 'shade, flowering will be significantly reduced and growth less vigorous.

The Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' belongs to size group 3, known as "severe pruning". At the end 'of winter, generally in February or early March depending on the region, cut back 'all the stems to 20-30 cm above the ground, just above 'a well-formed bud. This radical pruning may seem harsh, but it is essential: it stimulates the production of new and vigorous stems on which future flowers will bloom. Without this pruning, the plant 'becomes overgrown and flowers less and less. After pruning, a supply of 'potassium-rich fertilizer promotes recovery and future flowering.

Clematis 'Madame Le Coultre' pairs beautifully with climbing roses in a variety of colours: the pure white of its flowers enhances red, pink or salmon-coloured roses. It 'also combines very well with other climbers such as sweet jasmine or honeysuckle to create fragrant living walls. At the base of the clematis, plant hardy geraniums, hostas or sedums, which retain moisture in the soil while filling in the base. In a border, its white flowers add brightness and lightness to predominantly green or purple compositions.