Clematis Prince Charles

Clematis is often planted in a garden plot to beautify it and increase its attractiveness. A very popular variety is Clematis Prince Charles, which has some positive characteristics in contrast to other varieties. This crop has a very high flowering rate, this is due to the fact that the Prince Charles variety of clematis was bred by Japanese breeders. In Japan, many plants bloom very profusely.

Clematis Prince Charles can be used as a decoration for a gazebo, fence and other structures in the garden. The culture can be planted with a large canvas, which will also look beautiful.

Clematis Prince Charles: variety description

Clematis Prince Charles: photo

Clematis Prince Charles reaches a height of 280 centimeters, which is quite large. The buds are small, about 8 centimeters wide, they are very beautiful and resemble a star, as they are similar in shape. The cores of the buds are yellow-orange in color. Each petal has the shape of an oval and is slightly pointed towards the end; it should also be noted that the end of the petal rolls up and forms an interesting curl.

Usually flowers change color during the season. At first, they have a pink tint, and then change to a purple color.

The center of the petals is distinguished by an interesting burgundy vein, which is very noticeable among the delicate pink color. The foliage of the crop is very soft, matte and does not have a rough surface.

Clematis Prince Charles begins to bloom in early July or late June, while the flowering process is very large-scale, which is why this variety is quite popular. Blooming begins in mid-August. When growing any kind of clematis, you need to take care of the support, since the plant is very tall, it cannot hold itself on its own, so it needs support.

Note: This variety is highly resistant to frost. Prince Charles can withstand temperatures down to -38 degrees. At the same time, the development process and functioning as a whole will proceed at the same pace as at warm temperatures.

Clematis Prince Charles: Landing

Clematis Prince Charles: photo

When planting, it must be borne in mind that this variety is considered very capricious, but if everything is done correctly, then there will be no problems with growing. We must follow some rules that will allow the culture to develop well.

• The first rule is that this crop should be planted in a well-lit area with little shade. Clematis Prince Charles loves warmth and light, and in the complete absence of these criteria, development becomes very slow and flowering may not come at all.
• The soil must conduct oxygen well, so it must be well loosened before planting. Sandy or loamy soil is perfect for planting clematis. The soil should be fertile and nourished with nutrients. At the same time, in terms of acidity, the soil should be neutral or with a weak alkalinity index.
• Prince Charles loves moisture, so the soil should not be allowed to dry. To do this, you need to adjust the watering and carry it out as the soil dries up. So that moisture is retained in the soil, and not evaporated, you can plant low crops under the root of the plant. These plants will also protect clematis from overheating the root system.
  You can also mulch the area around the root system. Mulching can be done with peat, turf, pine bark, moss or spruce branches.
• It is not worth pouring Prince Charles clematis, as this will negatively affect clematis.To avoid stagnation of moisture, it is necessary to plant far from the ground water, and also install a drainage system during planting.

Note: Any kind of clematis needs support. It can serve as a building, but planting should not be done too close to the walls. A distance of about 50 centimeters should be maintained from the structure or building to the plant.

When to plant?

It is necessary to plant seedlings from December to March. The seedling itself is planted in spring or autumn. Before planting, it is necessary to prepare the soil. Preparation consists in digging and fertilizing the soil. Organic fertilizers are suitable for feeding.

Note: When planting on a large scale, keep the distance between plants. There should be a distance of 120 centimeters between each individual. With this arrangement, clematis will not interfere with each other's development, as it will in the absence of distance.

Planting instructions.

To get a correct fit, it is recommended to follow the instructions.

• First you need to dig a hole, 65 centimeters deep and 70 centimeters wide.
• Then in the middle you need to install the support system, and then install the drainage system. Drainage can be expanded clay, broken brick or crushed stone.
• A layer of fertile soil must be laid on top of the drainage system. It must be prepared in advance. For this, peat, humus, sand, bone meal and wood ash are added to the soil. All this is thoroughly mixed and serves as a fertile soil. This soil should be dumped in such a way that a slight rise appears.
• The root system of clematis is installed on a hill. Its roots must be well spread throughout the pit, and then covered with soil, tamping a little.
• Then you need to water and insulate the soil using peat.

Fertilization.

Clematis Prince Charles: photo

In order for Clematis Prince Charles to develop well, it is necessary to carry out top dressing that will nourish the soil and give clematis strength to grow and bloom. During the season, it is necessary to feed the culture about 3-5 times.

• When Clematis Prince Charles enters the phase of active growth, nitrogen should be added.
• When the period begins when the buds begin to form, potash must be added.
• After the plant has completely bloomed, it is necessary to add phosphorus fertilizing to the soil.

Note: In no case should you apply any fertilizer during the period when clematis are blooming.

To make clematis grow quickly, you can add fertilizers based on other plants, mullein infusion or manure. In the summer, complex feeding, boric acid or potassium permanganate are perfectly absorbed. At the end of August, phosphate should be added to the soil, which will increase the duration of flowering.

Watering.

Clematis Prince Charles should be watered once every 7 days, on average, about 18-22 liters per bush. If a hot period has come, then watering is carried out 1 time in 5 days. Watering directly depends on weather conditions.

Note: Clematis Prince Charles belongs to the third pruning group. That is, the buds formed on the shoot of this season must be completely cut off before preparing for the winter.

Preparing for the winter period.

If the Prince Charles flower grows in the southern regions, where winters are warm and there is no extreme cold, then shelter is not required. If there are cold winters in the area where the landing was carried out, then shelter will be needed. It is necessary to cover the plant when the frosts reach -8 degrees, it is during this period that the soil begins to freeze. Typically, this temperature is set in the first half of November, so it begins to cover in this month. Before covering, pruning is carried out, during which dry and sluggish shoots, leaves, and buds are removed. A thick layer of earth and peat can serve as a shelter.

Note: In fact, the cold is not as terrible for the plant as the stagnation of moisture in the soil, so it is imperative to protect the plant from moisture that can get on the bush.

Clematis Prince Charles reproduction

Clematis varieties Prince Charles: photo

Clematis Prince Charles can propagate in several ways: cuttings, separation of roots, using seeds, using cuttings or grafting.

It is very difficult to propagate clematis Prince Charles by seed, as it is a very long process. Moreover, if reproduction takes place in this way, clematis will not be the same as its donor. It will not have the same properties.

The best way is cuttings or propagation by layers.

• To propagate clematis by cuttings, it is necessary to cut it off in the autumn to the first buds.
• The shoot that was cut off must be removed into a pit filled with peat, sprinkled with soil, and then covered with spruce branches.
• With the onset of spring, watering begins. During this period, sprouts begin to appear.
• In the fall, the sprouts will begin to grow stronger, after which they must be dug up and transplanted.

Conclusion

Clematis Prince Charles grows beautifully in the garden, but he must be well looked after. Clematis needs regular watering and feeding. Since the variety is frost-resistant, transferring frost under cover will not cause problems. Clematis Prince Charles will decorate any territory, as it has a special appearance.