An early flowering, deciduous climber, with bronze-purple stems and leaves. Bears a profusion of single, pale, mauve-pink flowers. Max Height 5m to 15m. Max Spread 2m to 3m. Flowers May to June. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Clematis montana var. rubens
An early flowering, deciduous climber, with bronze-purple stems and leaves. Bears a profusion of single, pale, mauve-pink flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Clematis |
|---|---|
| Species | montana |
| Varietry | var. rubens |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | mauve, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 5m, 15m |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 2m, 3m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Climbing wall |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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