Nelly Moser Clematis Bloom Pattern: Two Flushes, Root Cooling, and Fertilizer Tips

Understanding the Bloom Cycle

Nelly Moser (Group 2 clematis) blooms on old wood in late spring (first flush) and often again on new wood in mid-summer (second flush). Your plant is on schedule.

Fertilizer Advice

• Miracle-Gro for Tomatoes is fine (higher phosphorus).
• Also good: rose food, composted manure + bone meal.
• Avoid high-nitrogen lawn fertilizers.

Root Zone Care

• Mulch heavily with straw or cypress bark to keep roots cool.
• Plant low-growing companions at base for shade.

Resources

• Home of Clematis
• Clematis.com
• International Clematis Society

As the plant matures, blooming becomes more continuous.