clematis

[bestmum]

We have just moved into a new house and there is a lovely clematis at the back of the garden. You have to go down the garden to smell it. I think it would be better to move it nearer the house so we can enjoy the aroma of it. Has anyone any ideas when is the best time to move a clematis.TIA

[Clanad]

Clematis lends itself to being readily transplanted, but only during the dormant season. This fall, after the plant is thoroughly dried and brown looking, dig it up with as large a root ball as you can muster and remove to the desired new location.
You'll find that there are three varieties of clematis, each with it's own pruning needs. But, it sounds as if the one you have is one that doesn't require much pruning since it's blooming without any assistance. Even so, prune it lightly in the dormant season to control it's shape. Be sure to transplant it to a location getting considerable sunlight and a place to climb...

[bestmum]

Clanad thank you for your help I will wait till autumn and replant it again. Once again thank you for your advice bestmum