A clump-forming, perennial with purple young foliage and panicles of star-shaped, heavily scented white flowers with cream anthers. Max Height 1m to 2m. Max Spread 75cm. Flowers July to October. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Clematis recta ‘Purpurea’
A clump-forming, perennial with purple young foliage and panicles of star-shaped, heavily scented white flowers with cream anthers.
Additional information
| Generic | Clematis |
|---|---|
| Species | recta |
| Varietry | 'Purpurea' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 1m, 2m |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 75cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | TRUE |
| Foliage Colour | purple, green |
| Flowers From | July, October |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Provide support |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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