Clematis Planting Instructions After Delivery

🪴 Step 1: Unpack and Inspect

· Carefully open the package to avoid damaging the vines or roots.

· Check the plant for health, broken stems, or dislodged soil.

· If the plant looks slightly dry, soak the bottom of the pot in water for 15–30 minutes.

· Trim off any broken or damaged parts caused by shipping.
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🧊Step 2: Acclimate the Plant

· Place the plant in a shaded and well-ventilated area for 1–2 days to let it adjust.

· Avoid planting directly in the ground or exposing to strong sunlight right away to prevent shock.
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🌱 Step 3: Prepare for Planting

· We recommend starting your clematis in a planting pot. Once the plant recovers and shows active growth, it can be transplanted into the ground. This improves survival rate and reduces transplant stress.

· Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil (at least 6 hours of sunlight daily).

· Use a pot that is at least 35 cm (14 inches) deep and wide, with proper drainage holes.

· Use a light, fertile soil mix rich in organic matter. A mix of peat moss, perlite, garden soil, and compost is ideal.

· Make sure the soil is moist but not soggy before planting to help root adaptation.
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🌿 Step 4: Planting Method

· Plant the clematis with the root ball intact. Position it 2–5 cm (1–2 inches) below soil level.

· Backfill gently, press lightly, and water thoroughly.

· Provide a support (like a trellis or stake) right after planting to guide the vines and prevent wind damage.
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☀️Step 5: Basic Aftercare

· Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Avoid drought or overwatering.

· Apply a slow-release fertilizer in early spring or fall to support root development.

· Newly planted clematis may bloom in the first spring or autumn. Light blooming in the first year is normal.
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🛑 Important Tips

· If daytime temperatures exceed 90°F (32°C), plant in the evening to reduce stress.

· If not planting right away, store in a cool, ventilated place, out of direct sunlight and heat.

· Clematis love "head in the sun, roots in the shade" — use mulch or ground-cover plants to keep roots cool.