Clematis Rubra Plant Flower Garden Climber Border Patio Trellis Plants in Pot – 9cm pot (20-30cm Height Incl. Pot)

Description

What are the key features of this Clematis Rubra Plant Flower Garden Climber Border Patio Trellis Plants in Pot – 9cm pot (20-30cm Height Incl. Pot)?

Product information

Perfect for growing up fences, trellises, walls, archways and obelisks, Clematis viticella Rubra has a vigorous climbing habit that creates an eye catching display of beautiful flowers.

• Plant in well-drained soil and provide support for climbing. Prune after flowering to encourage new growth.
• Bees & Butterfly friendly – Attracts pollinators
• Soil type – Any type of soil
• Soil pH – Neutral
• Summer flowering
• H4 – Hardy through most of the UK (-10 to -5°C)

Features and benefits

• Characteristics: A deciduous climbing perennial plant with dark green leaves and small bell shaped velvety flowers in a striking wine red hue.
• Growth and Spread: Ultimate growth of up to 4m and spread of up to 2.5m.
• Care and Maintenance: Plant in full sun or partial shade, in soil that’s moist but well-drained. Hard prune in February or March to encourage fresh growth in spring. Generally low maintenance and easy to care for.
• Period of Interest: Dark green foliage emerges in spring. Red flowers from mid summer to early autumn.
• Top Tip: Clematis likes its roots kept cool so plant alongside low growing plants to provide extra shade.