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Can I prune Guernsey Cream now? Urgent!

12 years ago

I'm wondering if I can cut it back now? It is currently planted between my climbing roses but I don't want it there anymore and I plan on moving it altogether in the spring when I can find a suitable location. I unraveled the stems from the trellis so I could work on tying up my rose canes, which is why I want to know if I can cut it back now. I'm in a bit of a panic not knowing what to do. If I can't cut it back now, I'll just hang the vines back up on the trellis/fence. I planted this clematis last spring. I'm in British Columbia. Zone 8

Comments (2)

buyorsell888
12 years ago
I'd move it now. Fall is a great time to move plants in our climate.

It isn't optimal to cut it back now as that might trigger new growth but it likely won't harm it either.
gardenbug
Original Author
12 years ago
Thanks b/s. I wish I could move it now but I really don't have a place to put it until spring. If I do cut it back will it still bloom in the warmer season? Thanks again and also for your very quick reply.
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