Thompson & Morgan Clematis ‘Elizabeth’ is a well-known variety, deserving of its RHS AGM. Like all Montana varieties, Thompson & Morgan Clematis ‘Elizabeth’ has a vigorous habit that will romp over walls and fences with ease. The purple-tinge provides the perfect contrast to its spring displays of sweet almond scented blooms in late spring and early summer. When planting clematis, choose a position in sun or semi-shade and plant the climber deeply in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. Position the top of the root ball at a depth of 7.5cm (3") below soil level, to encourage new shoots to form from the base of the plant. Clematis dislike soils that are particularly wet or dry. Such soils can be improved by the addition of plenty of well-rotted manure or garden compost. When growing clematis in patio containers use a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3. Train clematis plants onto a suitable support such as trellis, wires or a freestanding climbing frame. Feed and water frequently throughout the growing season. This variety of clematis flowers in early spring on the previous year’s growth. Pruning should be undertaken in summer, after flowering. When pruning group 1 Clematis, remove any damaged or dead stems entirely before cutting back the remaining stems to a pair of healthy buds to maintain the plant within its allotted space. In spring, apply a mulch of well-rotted manure or garden compost to the base of the plant in order to protect the roots and conserve soil moisture. Ideal for: Patio, Walls and Fences, Cottage Gardens Hardiness: Hardy Position In: Sun or Semi-Shade Height: Up to 1000cm (393.7in) Spread: Up to 300cm (118.1in) Ease of Growing: Easy for All Ease of Aftercare: Easy for All.