Description
Charming climber with rich dark-purple, semi double and slightly spidery flowers in spring which look splendid against the lush green foliage. After flowering it produces large silky seed heads that last until autumn. This is particularly beautiful when grown through a shrub or tree which has yellow/golden foliage.
Supplied Size: 2L deep containers (40 - 60 cm tall)
Features
- Common name: Purple Flowering Clematis.
- Position: Full sun or partial shade.
- Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Flowering Period: April - June.
- Flower Colour: Dark purple
- Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
- Habit: Medium sized, scrambling climber. This requires support and will not self-cling.
- Height: 3 m (10 ft)
- Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
- Pruning: Remove any dead/damaged stems or trim to size after flowering.