It seems to be a bad mishap: the beloved clematis was accidentally cut off. Will it still be able to bloom or is it doomed to die? Below you will find out why such a cut is a shame, but not worrying.
What happens if the clematis is accidentally cut?
Usually a clematis does not mind being accidentally cut off, but willsprout againThis should happen by spring of next year at the latest. However, with some types of clematis and depending on the time of cutting,flower failure can occur.
Does unplanned cutting of clematis have a detrimental effect?
Unplanned cutting of the clematis hasnot necessarily a negative impact on the climbing plant. It can also make sense if you cut off any dead flowers, for example. However, cutting down the main shoots completely is more worrying.
When is it safe to cut clematis?
Pruning a clematis is safe inautumnandspring, because then the majority of them will be cut back for the next season to grow and blossom again. Only clematis in the first pruning group (Clematis montana and Clematis alpina) should not be pruned or should only be pruned every four to five years.
Will the accidentally cut clematis grow back?
The accidentally cut clematis willgrow again If it was cut in the middle of the season, i.e. in summer or shortly after budding, its growth will be briefly slowed down until it usually dies sprouts again a few weeks later. The clematis can even tolerate radical pruning without any problems.
What are the consequences of accidentally cutting the clematis?
Depending on the cutting group and the time of cutting, the clematis mayno longer bloom. For example, if pruning group 1 clematis are accidentally cut in the spring, they will not produce flowers. They bloom in April on the previous year's shoots. Clematis in cutting groups 2 and 3 will again tolerate spring cutting and will produce flowers. Even an accidental cut in summer can result in new blooms on clematis in cutting group 2.
How to prevent accidental cutting of clematis?
By placingsignageon the plant, you can avoid accidentally cutting it off in the future. Mark the clematis so that it catches your eye. It is also important not to plant themtoo close to other plants. Otherwise you could easily get confused. The danger exists, for example, if you have underplanted the clematis. A climbing aid such as a trellis is also recommended to avoid accidentally cutting the clematis.
What are the cut shoots of the clematis suitable for?
You can use the cut shoots of your clematis topropagate the clematis usingcuttings. To do this, cut the shoots to a size of 15 cm, remove the lowest leaves and put them in a pot with potting soil.
Tip
Caution: cutting in summer encourages clematis wilt
A clematis accidentally cut in the middle of the season is more susceptible to clematis wilt. The fungal pathogen can penetrate the interior of the plant more easily through the injured shoots - especially in summer. So check your clematis regularly for signs of clematis wilt after such an accidental cut!