How to prune clematis integrifolia

Late autumn after flowering and foliage die back, or late winter. Cut all stems back to the crown or to 10–15 cm above ground level. Remove dead material completely. Insert pea sticks or low supports in early spring to support the scrambling new growth as it develops.

Annually, every autumn or late winter. Yes — Clematis integrifolia is a non-climbing herbaceous perennial (Group 3) that dies back to a woody base each winter. Cut all top-growth back to the crown in late autumn or late winter. New scrambling stems emerge each spring. It benefits from light support (pea sticks) rather than structured training.

Cut all stems back to the crown or to 10–15 cm above ground level. Remove dead material completely. Insert pea sticks or low supports in early spring to support the scrambling new growth as it develops.