How & when to divide Clematis

[coralbelle]

i have two clematis vines. One has single purple petals and the other has a flower that is an off-white color with many rows of petals. I need to divide the later and move the purple. I live in MPLS . I need advice on these lovely vines. Maybe someone could help me identify the names of the particular plants. I can send photos. Thanks a lot.javascript:emoticon(':)',%20'images/emoticons/smile.gif')

[Newt]

Here's info on transplanting your clematis.
http://dialspace.dial.pipex.com/clem...rowing.htm#pg4

Do be very careful when you divide your other one to be sure and gently tease the roots apart.

As for id, this site should be helpful.* Fill in what you know about the plant.
http://www.clematis.hull.ac.uk/new-clemlistsearch.cfm

If that doesn't help you to id it then you might want to ask here.
http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/c...cgi?type=hpgal

Btw, I have no clue where MPLS is.* You might consider adding your state and hardiness zone to your location in your profile.* It will show as mine does.

Newt