Pruning guide
How to prune clematis 'duchess of edinburgh'
Best time
After flowering or in early spring
How often
As needed through the season
Technique
Deadhead spent blooms; cut back leggy stems to a healthy bud or node.
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Pruning clematis 'duchess of edinburgh' — FAQ
When should I prune clematis 'duchess of edinburgh'?
After flowering or in early spring. Deadhead spent blooms; cut back leggy stems to a healthy bud or node.
How often does clematis 'duchess of edinburgh' need pruning?
As needed through the season. Prune clematis 'duchess of edinburgh' mainly to shape it and encourage more blooms. Deadhead spent flowers through the season, and carry out any harder structural pruning at the plant's dormant or post-flowering window to avoid cutting off the next round of buds.
How do you prune clematis 'duchess of edinburgh'?
Deadhead spent blooms; cut back leggy stems to a healthy bud or node.