Supporting clematis vines.

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  1. Jasmine star

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    Hi all, I have 2 lovely newly potted clematis which seem to be doing well. Ive put support poles in quite high and tied the original strong stems to them which is fine. The new little vines that are growing outwards are so delicate I'm not sure of the best way to tie them in with minimal pressure. I usually use string but even that seems too loose to support them without damaging them. Any tips!
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    Hi @Jasmine star you shouldn't need to tie them - just provide wires or strings near by and they will twine themselves. Whenever I try to tie things in, I snap them...
     
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      Hi @CarolineL yes that's what I'm afraid of (I'm a little heavy handed) ah ok I'll give some wire a go. Thanks :dbgrtmb:
       
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