Spectacular flowering vine produces cascades of
elegant, deep purple 4-6" blooms from summer
until fall. Super-hardy plants put on an amazing
show and are fast growers that will readily climb
10-20' on porches or trellises. Best planted in full
sun but keep roots cool with mulch. Clematis
Zones: 3-8 - Shipped in 3" pot - Full sun to partial shade - Deer tend to avoid.
Flower Form: Perfect, borne solitary or in 3 flowered cymes, sepals are showy portion.
Flower Color: Rich Velvet Purple
Flowering Date: Mid summer followed by a light blooming late summer to early fall.
Planting Requirements: Roots prefer a cool site.
Soil Requirements: Well drained, and should be mulched.
Growth Rate: medium
Unique Characteristics: Rich velvet purple sepals open to 5-6", which is larger than species, blooms are also rounder. Beautiful blooms on a vine that could be used to cover a fence section, lamp post, arbor or any other structure that would benefit from a free flowing vine.
Pruning: Blooms on new, current year's growth. Trim to shape after flowering.
This plant makes a beautiful show of purple flowers and I get compliments on it every year. It is hardy and grows to be large and healthy. It is my favorite clematis, and I have several different kinds.
