Clematis: Moving an established clematis, 0 by pirl

pirl wrote:
First prepare the new hole for the clematis. Use lots of manure and compost. Plant the clematis at an angle so it will climb whatever you want to use to show it off - a trellis - or a shrub.

When you dig the clematis dig wide and deeply but don't go to too many extremes. You'll spot the roots and can just plant them in the hole you've already made for the newcomer. Add a handful of bonemeal as you plant it and be sure to water it in well but don't drown it.

Water once a week until it's established itself (about a month or two). Put something in front of the clematis to keep the soil cool - a piece of slate, a rock, even a potted plant will work.

Here's the roots on my Rooguchi, a gift from a dear friend.