| Botanical Name: |
Clematis viticella 'Royal Velvet' |
| Form: |
Herbaceous, woody vine |
| Sun Exposure: |
Partial Shade/Full Sun |
| Height/Habit: |
10' - 20' |
| Spread: |
4' - 6' |
| Spacing: |
4' - 6' |
| Hardiness Zone: |
3 - 8 |
| Foliage Type: |
Rich mid green |
| Flower Form: |
Double, resembling 2" - 2 1/2" miniature chrysanthemums with their many layers of recurved and twisted sepals. |
| Flower Color: |
Rich, velvety red |
| Flowering Date: |
Mid to late summer |
| Planting Requirements: |
Set in ground at same level as growing in the pot. Plant by other low plants or mulch around base to keep roots cool and moist. |
| Soil Requirements: |
Prefers a fertile, moisture-retentive soil. |
| Growth Rate: |
Slow to establish, fast there-after |
| Unique Characteristics: |
Abundant blooms with a compact growth habit. Tolerates full sun but does best in light shade. Easily clambers over trellises, decorative vine supports or fences. |
| Pruning: |
This variety blooms on current years growth; thus should be pruned each February or early March to two strong buds per stem. If left unpruned, will get leggy and only bloom at top of the plant. |
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