How to prune clematis florida 'sieboldii'

Late winter to early spring (February–March) once the worst frosts have passed. Remove any dead or frost-damaged stems entirely. Trim remaining healthy stems back lightly to the topmost strong bud pair — avoid cutting into old brown wood. In colder climates, apply a dry mulch over the crown in autumn and delay pruning until you can see which buds are alive.

Annually, late winter; mulch crown each autumn in cold climates. Yes, lightly — Clematis florida 'Sieboldii' is a Group 2 florida-type clematis that flowers on both old and new wood. It is less vigorous than large-flowered hybrids and dislikes severe pruning. In late winter, remove dead or weak stems and cut healthy stems back to the first pair of strong buds. In frost-prone areas, protect the base over winter.

Remove any dead or frost-damaged stems entirely. Trim remaining healthy stems back lightly to the topmost strong bud pair — avoid cutting into old brown wood. In colder climates, apply a dry mulch over the crown in autumn and delay pruning until you can see which buds are alive.