When clematis blooms, what are cropping groups

Clematis is a lush beautiful flowering vine. Florists love it, because the period when clematis blooms is very long. The flowering itself is magnificent, the flowers are large and bright. How much clematis blooms depends on both the variety and the proper care of it.

When clematis blooms

Since the flowering time is different depending on the variety, from the end of spring to the beginning of autumn, gardeners have the opportunity to enjoy this miracle. Clematis flowers can be of different colors, shapes and sizes, but always look bright and spectacular.

Clematis during flowering

When clematis blooms after planting

This flower does not bloom the same year it was planted. He needs at least three years to develop and strengthen the root system. What year after planting clematis blooms depends on the care of it. It can begin in spring, summer or winter. It depends on the variety.

How much clematis blooms

If you properly care for the plant, cut it in time, then flowering can last several months. Early varieties bloom all summer until the onset of autumn cold.

Clematis has faded: what to do

As the flowers have faded, nothing can be done, as the vines remain green and beautiful until the colds. The leaves are large, decorative, do not need pruning. If necessary, you can only cut them a little so that they do not cross established boundaries. If flowering ends in late autumn, then after it you can immediately start preparing flowers for winter.

How to find out which group clematis belongs to

There are three groups of clematis pruning - the first, second and third:

• 1st group - does not require trimming;
• 2nd group - insignificant pruning;
• 3rd group - cardinal pruning.

The rules of care and preparation for the winter period depend on the plant's belonging to a particular group. It is very important to determine the group, because with improper care the plant can be destroyed, and next year it will not grow or cannot bloom. Also, if you define the group incorrectly, you can trim the shoots that can not be shortened.

How to define a clematis trim group

Belonging to a particular group depends on whether they bloom on the shoots of the current or previous year. The easiest way to find out is if you plan to plant seedlings bought in a store or on the garden market. Their packages always indicate the group and time when they bloom and bloom. If it is initially unknown which group the plant belongs to, then this can be determined by the flowering time:

• group A (first). Bloom from mid-spring on old shoots. Usually these are the most unpretentious colors;
• Group B (second). It includes blooming in the last month of spring and summer. Those that bloom in spring open buds on the shoots of last year, and July and August varieties - on young vines;
• group C (third). Late flowering group (from July to September). Flowers appear only on new shoots. Such varieties of clematis are suitable for Central Russia and its center, including the Moscow Region.

Clematis Trimming Groups

Thanks to the correct definition of the group, one can perfectly orient oneself not only in the rules for clematis pruning, but also in which plants they will combine best with and in which place they will look most organically.

Description of clematis of the first trim group

Species belonging to this group are called landscape and are divided into clematis with large petals, mountain and alpine.

Clematis of this group is characterized by the formation of buds on last year's shoots. Fresh shoots, as a rule, do not bloom. They do not require special care. The flowers are not too large in diameter, but are located very close to each other, so they look no less impressive than large-flowered clematis.

Pruning varieties of this group, in principle, is not required. It needs to be done only when the liana has become very large and powerful, and there is a need to rejuvenate the plant. The time for trimming depends on the purpose for which it is carried out. If the florist takes care of the shape and direction of growth of the vines, then you need to cut in the summer immediately after the flowering period ends. The plus here is that you can easily find shoots that need to be removed. In this case, only the faded part of the liana can be cut.

There are three cropping options:

• when the stem grows 30 cm;
• when the stem reaches a length of about half a meter;
• long stems of ≥1 m are trimmed.

Description of clematis of the second trim group

The second group of clematis is well acclimatized in warmer regions. There they can bloom twice a year. But in the Middle lane you can get the same result if a warm spring came out, and the plant is already quite old. Then for the first time they blossom already in late spring.

The main feature in the description of this group is that they are capable of double flowering. The first spring flowering is short-lived. Flowers appear on those shoots that overwintered. Only hybrid varieties bloom at this time. The second period is characterized by duration and plentiful flowering. It occurs in July, and ends only with the onset of the first autumn frosts. The buds of the second flowering period appear on the tops of new annual shoots.

For clematis of the second type, an easy but regular pruning is performed. In no case can a strong pruning be done in the fall, as the plant will die before it has time to prepare for wintering. For the first time, refreshing pruning is done after the first flowering. The second time - after the second in late autumn. Thus clematis is prepared for wintering. The first faded shoots are cut off completely. In the autumn, stems are cut to 1-1.5 m.

Description of clematis of the third trim group

Clematis 3 groups bloom once, but plentifully and for a long time. It is very easy to care for them, they are absolutely picky, so they are the most popular among gardeners.

The main features of the third group are:

• flowering time is more than three months (beginning in July);
• these are grassy varieties that curl perfectly around any support, cling to the wall and trellis;
• they do not need special preparation for winter, since the stems are pruned very short.

Suitable pruning times are early spring or late fall. Trimming is carried out only with a very sharp cutting object, which must be disinfected before cutting the stems.

Creepers are cut, leaving only 15-20 cm of the ground part. You can leave a half-meter stalk, but then you need to more carefully cover them for the winter. Flowering in this case will come two to three weeks earlier.

The best varieties of clematis of the 1st pruning group

Each group of clematis includes quite a few varieties, since this plant is very popular. The first group is no exception.

Mountain Pink, or Montana

Every year, more and more representatives of this variety of clematis appear on garden plots. They conquer with their gentle beauty. Beautiful, vibrant leaves are combined with beautiful pinkish flowers. The length of vines reaches 8-10 m. This is one of the most popular types of clematis among the 1st group.

Clematis Mountain Pink

Atragene

The Atragene group is called the princes. This is a fairly popular group, the number of hybrid species is growing annually. These are low vines, not more than 2.5 m in length. The leaves are light green in color, the flowers are small, up to 6 cm in diameter, bell-shaped. Their main advantages are flowering in early May, the ability to grow in the shade, a wide range of colors (from white to dark purple), increased resistance to frost and disease.

Jutta

The variety was bred in Norway in 1996. The bushes are low, up to 3 m with small flowers up to 5 cm in diameter of a red tint. Flowering period is May. High winter hardiness.

Pink Flamingo (Flamango)

One of the early flowering varieties. It blooms in mid-April and blooms before the end of August. The flowers are small semi-double pink, darker at the base and white at the tips. Creepers are short, only up to 2 m in height.

The best varieties of clematis of the 2nd group of pruning

Clematis of the second pruning group are predominantly hybrid varieties. Due to this, they are quite diverse in length, color and flowering period.

Daniel Deronda

Daniel Deronda is an incredibly attractive group of clematis with bright double flowers. Color from blue to violet. The first flowering is the beginning of June, the second is the beginning of August. Creepers grow to a height of 3.5 m, and the diameter of the flowers can reach 20 cm. Thanks to the spectacular flowers of Daniel Darond, they are often compared to an unusual, climbing rose.

Group Representative Daniel Daronda

Children of Warsaw

The first flowering of clematis of this group occurs in June-July, the second - in August. Lilac flowers with a diameter of up to 16 cm, in the autumn in the center of the petals there is a strip of maroon. Low-growing variety, about 2 m in height.

Empress

Flowers of this group have the following characteristics:

• low height (from 1.5 m);
• flower diameter 12-15 cm;
• terry flowers of light pinkish shades;
• the first flowers appear in mid-spring, and the latter fade in mid-autumn;
• Suitable for growing on open verandas and balconies.

Royalty

The main characteristics of the Royalty group:

• low vines 1.5-2 m;
• designed for growing in containers;
• large flowers of saturated lilac color semi-double in the first flowering, simple - in the second;
• beginning of flowering is April; end is September.

Royalty Group Representative

The best grades of clematis of the 3rd group of pruning for the Middle Strip

This is the most popular group in Central and Central Russia. Caring for them is simple, they are rarely struck by frosts, they calmly tolerate poor soil.

Jacqueman

These are perennial representatives of the Lyutikov family. They are characterized by increased resistance to frost, strong immunity, rapid growth and lush flowering. This is a hybrid that does not occur in natural conditions, but is a frequent visitor to personal plots. The length of the vine reaches 5 m. The leaves are short and narrow. Flowers may have a different color, but they are all quite large, an average of 15 cm in diameter. They bloom luxuriantly from late June to early September, but individual flowers appear after.

Jacquman's Grade

Oriental

This is an unusual type of clematis, growing mainly in the eastern regions, hence its name. Very similar to the Manchu counterpart. The stems are lignified up to 6 m high. The leaves have a bluish-green hue, they are small mainly oval in shape. The flowers are also small, 3-5 cm. Panicle inflorescences are located in their sinuses, due to which the plant looks original.

East Clematis

Viticella

Viticella is a whole group of clematis, the peculiarity of which is that they prefer to wait with flowering. The beginning of flowering in the central regions is the month of July. It happens only once, so those who like to enjoy the look of flowering plants should combine the varieties of this group with some others that bloom before. Lilac flowers are small, but are located very close to each other. They bloom at the same time, blooming with a lush, bright carpet. Height varies from 2 to 5 m.

Leafy

Clematis is a multi-leaved - it is a medium-length vine (about 5 m). The leaves are small oval in shape, resembling sheets of loach. The flowers of a pinkish hue are bell-shaped about 6 cm in diameter. Flowering occurs in late June and lasts until September.

Clematis

Tangut

A species that is most often found in the wild, but its hybrid varieties are also grown in flower beds. This is a shrubby small-flowered plant 3-4 m high. The buds bloom on young shoots. Flowers up to 4 cm. Blooms from June to September.

Texensis

Originally from North America. Liana grows to 3 m in height. The stems weakly cling, so they need to be tied to a support. Leaves and flowers are small. The buds bloom on long pedicels up to 15 cm, the flower itself is only 3-5 cm long. It blooms from June to September.

Grade Texensis

Straight

Straight clematis is an erect, non-clinging plant. Most often, its stems do not reach a height of more than 1.5 m. The flowers are very small, white. Since the stems are quite solid, they do not need any garter or additional support. This is one of the frost-resistant types of clematis. If grown in Central Russia, pruning for winter is optional. You can remove the extra stems in the spring before the advent of new shoots.

Features of agricultural technology

The clematis agricultural technology as a whole is quite complex, but fascinating. Most varieties are quite demanding on the composition of the soil, timely pruning and shelter for the winter. The main requirements of clematis:

• good soil drainage;
• good lighting;
• closed areas without access to powerful winds that can break the thin stems of clematis.

Most often, propagation occurs by cuttings, but variants are also possible when a ready-made bush or plant seeds are purchased, delivery of which can be ordered in many online stores. The soil for planting should be well prepared, it is necessary to introduce mineral and organic fertilizers into it.

Before wintering, it is important to prune, the power of which depends on the group to which the variety belongs.

The main problems in growing

The main problems are:

• lack of flowering in the new season. Occurs due to improper wintering and pruning;
• fungal diseases, for example, gray rot, which occurs during rainy cool periods. Leaves rot and fall almost instantly. Treatment with copper sulfate will help;
• viral diseases.The worst of them is the yellow mosaic, which is carried by some insect pests that are not afraid of the burning juice of clematis. This disease is incurable, clematis must be removed from the flower garden;
• The answer to the question why clematis has small flowers is non-compliance with the rules of care. Do not obscure clematis, especially tall and large-flowered species. The main thing is to water enough t regularly feed.

Copper sulfate, laundry soap and insecticides sold in stores are the main ways to combat clematis diseases. Well, proper care will help prevent their development.

Clematis is a plant that is impossible not to fall in love with. You cannot go past him. Blue shades look like a small, beautiful cloud, light, delicate, reminiscent of the outfit of the bride. Bright flowers against a background of lush greenery always cause a smile and a feeling of joy. Not all clematis have a pronounced smell, but you just have to gently rub the flower and it smells with a delicate, barely audible aroma. Observing all the rules of care and choosing the right pruning scheme, you can achieve high growth and lush flowering.