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Overwintering Clematis: A Beginners Guide to winter protection.

nnxt by nnxt
2025-03-02
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Overwintering Clematis: A Beginners Guide to winter protection.
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Okay, here’s my blog post about caring for clematis in winter, written from my personal experience:

So, it’s getting chilly out there, and my clematis vines were starting to look a little… sad. I knew I had to do something to get them ready for the winter, otherwise, I might not have those gorgeous blooms next year! I’ve messed this up before, so this time, I made sure to do it right. Here’s what I did:

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Figured Out My Clematis Type

First things first, I checked what kind of clematis I have. You know, there are different types, and they need different care. Mine are mostly Group 3 – the kind that blooms on new growth. This is important because it tells you how to prune!

The Big Chop (for Some)

Since mine are Group 3, I grabbed my pruning shears and got to work. I basically cut them back pretty hard, leaving only about two sets of strong buds on each stem, maybe 12-18 inches from the ground. I know, it feels drastic, but trust me, they’ll thank you for it in the spring. If I had Group 2 clematis, I’d only do a light pruning. Group 1? No pruning at all in winter!

Cleaned Up the Mess

After pruning, I gathered up all the cut stems and leaves. I made sure to get rid of any dead or diseased-looking stuff. I don’t want any nasty fungus or pests hanging around over the winter.

Mulch Time!

This is the cozy part. I spread a nice, thick layer of mulch around the base of the plants. I used shredded bark, about 3-4 inches deep. This helps protect the roots from freezing and thawing, which can really damage them.

  • I kept the much a few inches away from the actual stems to prevent rot.

Watering (or Not)

I usually give them a good watering before the ground freezes, but this year, we’ve had a ton of rain, so the soil was already pretty moist. I skipped the extra watering to avoid making things too soggy.

Checked for Any Loose Ends

Finally, I took a look at the supports my clematis vines are climbing on. I made sure everything was sturdy and secure, ready to handle any winter wind or snow. If anything was wobbly, I fixed it.

And that’s it! It’s not rocket science, really. Just a little bit of effort to tuck them in for the winter. I’m crossing my fingers for a beautiful show of flowers next spring! Doing this feels good, like I’m really taking care of my plants, you know?

Overwintering Clematis: A Beginners Guide to winter protection.
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