📦 Clematis Planting Instructions After Delivery

Carefully open the package to avoid damaging the vines or roots.
Check the plant for health, broken stems, or dislodged soil.
If the plant looks slightly dry, soak the bottom of the pot in water for 15–30 minutes.
Trim off any broken or damaged parts caused by shipping.

Place the plant in a shaded and well-ventilated area for 1–2 days to let it adjust.
Avoid planting directly in the ground or exposing to strong sunlight right away to prevent shock.

We recommend starting your clematis in a planting pot. Once the plant recovers and shows active growth, it can be transplanted into the ground. This improves survival rate and reduces transplant stress.
Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil (at least 6 hours of sunlight daily).
Use a pot that is at least 35 cm (14 inches) deep and wide, with proper drainage holes.
Use a light, fertile soil mix rich in organic matter. A mix of peat moss, perlite, garden soil, and compost is ideal.
Make sure the soil is moist but not soggy before planting to help root adaptation.

Plant the clematis with the root ball intact. Position it 2–5 cm (1–2 inches) below soil level.
Backfill gently, press lightly, and water thoroughly.
Provide a support (like a trellis or stake) right after planting to guide the vines and prevent wind damage.

Apply a slow-release fertilizer in early spring or fall to support root development.
Newly planted clematis may bloom in the first spring or autumn. Light blooming in the first year is normal.

If daytime temperatures exceed 90°F (32°C), plant in the evening to reduce stress.
If not planting right away, store in a cool, ventilated place, out of direct sunlight and heat.
Clematis love "head in the sun, roots in the shade" — use mulch or ground-cover plants to keep roots cool.

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