Clematis: 2 new clematis, 1 by pirl

pirl wrote:
Maybe I could have said the clematises and the rose won't survive planting so you should send them to me but I'd rather see you enjoy them!

The earth is much warmer than the air temperature so plant the clem's and the rose. We never know the curve balls Mother Nature will throw at us like the sudden frost that killed so many plants and trees a few years ago in April. That's just one of the challenges we face.

Glad to hear your hubby will dig the DEEP holes for the clem's. Remember to put them in at a 45 degree angle towards the support on which they will grow. You can further protect them, after the pine needles, with any broken piece of clay pots you might have.