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Over Pruned Wilted Clematis

17 years ago

I believe I over pruned my jackmanii clematis which was wilting. Instead of cutting it just above the last two healthy buds, I cut it about 3 inches above the ground so now I only have a woody stem. I have absolutely no idea why I did such a thing. Will I ever get any healthy shoots or have I pretty much ruined it?

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buyorsell888
17 years ago
It will probably be just fine. The woody stems may sprout and you will likely get sprouts up from the crown.

I have cut at least ten Clems back this far with no deaths.
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