Clematis 'Harlow Carr'

Clematis

How to grow Clematis 'Harlow Carr'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Group 3 – Summer/Fall bloomers; prune hard in early spring
Bloom Time:
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall

Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade

Plant with root ball about 5 cm below the soil surface
Clematis prefer shaded roots so mulch with bark or stones after planting

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Harlow Carr is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Growing Harlow Carr from seed

Not usually grown from seed but can be be struck from cuttings

Look to ensure a distance 1.48 feet (45.7 cm) between Harlow Carr seeds when sowing to make sure your seedlings have enough space.

Transplanting Harlow Carr

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Harlow Carr is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Harlow Carr

Can be used as a cut flower

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early autumn.

Clematis Harlow Carr Etymology

These clematis were developed for their strength, resistance to disease, and long flowering habit. They are supposedly a great improvement over the older cultivars. They have the longest blooming time of any other clematis for it goes from June thru October.
Harlow Carr is the name of an RHS garden