On Tue, 14 Oct 2003 09:19:17 +0000 (UTC), "Franz Heymann"
wrote:

Remember that in the case of clematis cuttings should not be taken at a
joint, but midway between joints.

So I have always understood but never succeeded. However on a
Gardeners' World a few months ago Chris Beardshaw said he finds nodal
cuttings are better!
Can we have more details of your layering process please Franz?
Any definitive advice, anyone?

Pam in Bristol