Clematis: Pics and I am stumped.., 1 by ClematisGuru

ClematisGuru wrote:
gardenquilts, the easiest group 1 to grow is the gorgeous double "multiblue" so dip your toes in that one and you will get underway.
unless the vines become excessively damaged, it practically takes care of itself. very easy compared to other doubles. and if they get winter damage just cut them off and multiblue will still bloom double or semi double in spring, just not as spectacular on the new vines. it is a no brainer of a clem and very underutilized i think for some reason.

sometimes i prune it in the spring anyway to encourage healthy new growth. "go for it" as nike would say!