Clematis, 1 gal, Jackman Superba

Description

Similar to the more popular Jackmanii, but with a smaller flower, improved branching and excellent disease resistance. Features deep blue-purple flowers with creamy greenish-white stamens. Pruning group C.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Vine

Growth Habit: Climbing

Mature Height: 3.5 – 6m (12 – 20 ft.)

Zone: 3

Pruning Group: C

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Deep blue-purple.

Flower Size: 10 – 15cm (4 – 6 in.)

Flowering Time: June – September

Foliage Colour: Green

Care

General Maintenance: Provide the support of a trellis or arbor. Roots prefer a cool, shaded area, tops in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Remove spent blooms to promote continuous bloom. Prune only weak or dead stems as soon as blooming is finished.

Light: Full sun to partial sun.

Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.

Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil.

Fertilizer: Feed regularly beginning in spring up until buds are formed.