{"product_id":"clematis-armandii-mix","title":"Clematite evergreen, parfumate - Clematis armandii mix","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClematis armandii\u003c\/strong\u003e (also known as evergreen clematis, Armand clematis, or evergreen clematis) is a vigorous, perennial, evergreen climber from the Ranunculaceae family, native to central and southern China and northern Myanmar (Burma). It is one of the few evergreen clematis varieties, valued for its glossy foliage year-round and abundant early flowering that fills the garden with a sweet fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe plant grows quickly (up to 4-9 m long and 3-4.5 m wide), with woody stems that cling by twisted petioles. The leaves are large trifoliate compounds (up to 15 cm), leathery, dark glossy green, with lanceolate-ovate, pendulous leaflets, and new shoots bronze-red in spring – a stunning effect!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFlowers appear early (late winter to early spring, February-April, depending on climate), in dense panicles on old wood, star-shaped, cream-white to pure white (2-6 cm diameter), with 4-8 sepals (showy petals) and cream stamens. They are extremely abundant, covering the plant like a cloud, and have an \u003cstrong\u003eintensely sweet fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e (vanilla, almond, or pleasant floral soap) – one of the most fragrant Clematis species!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAfter flowering, decorative fruits with persistent fluffy styles (plumed achenes) appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMain features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: large, vigorous (15-30 ft long, 10-15 ft wide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaf type: trifoliate, leathery, glossy green, evergreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower type: white\/cream or pink star-shaped, intensely fragrant (vanilla\/almond), in dense panicles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlowering period: late winter – early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance: yes, strong and pleasant (almond-vanilla scented)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eSimple and practical care (easy to grow but needs space):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: full sun or partial shade (top in sun, roots in shade – classic for Clematis); tolerates light shade but flowers better in good light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: cold hardy (USDA zones 7-9\/10, tolerates down to -15°C, but protect from strong cold winds in winter); tolerates heat well. \u003cstrong\u003eProtect plants in the first year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: moderate – moist but well-drained soil; avoid excess water (does not tolerate permanently wet soil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: rich in organic matter, well-drained, neutral to alkaline (pH 6-7.5+); mulch at the base to keep roots cool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport: trellis, pergola, fence, trees – provides solid support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePruning: group 1 – prune immediately after flowering (remove dead wood, control size); do not prune early spring!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: in spring with fertilizer for Clematis or general flower fertilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAn excellent choice for fences, pergolas, walls, or hiding unsightly areas – provides greenery all year, spectacular early flowering, and an intense fragrance that fills the air! Vigorous and hardy but can become invasive in small spaces – ideal for large or Mediterranean gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Plants without ID - random specimens will be shipped from existing stock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Outdoor","offers":[{"title":"9 cm pot - H40 cm","offer_id":56228236132678,"sku":null,"price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/colaj_clematis_armandii.jpg?v=1774121510","url":"https:\/\/secretgarden.ro\/en-bg\/products\/clematis-armandii-mix","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}