Eventual height & spread
Clematis 'Purpurea Plena Elegans'
clematis (group 3) (syn. Clematis viticella Elegans Plena)
- 3 litre pot | 60cm cane
- £27.95
- In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
- 9cm pot | 30cm cane
- £17.99
- available to order from summer
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- Standard £5.99
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
- Rate of growth: fast-growing
- Flowering period: July to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Masses of sumptuous, double, reddish-purple flowers from mid-summer to late autumn. This vigorous, late-flowering viticella-type clematis makes an excellent partner for a climbing rose, shrub or tree in full sun or part shade. An old variety introduced in the 16th century, it's resistant to clematis wilt and copes well with moderate wind.
In early spring cut back the previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds about 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground level and apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant, avoiding the immediate crown.
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
Goes well with
Lonicera periclymenum Serotina
3 litre pot | 60cm cane
£29.99
In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
Climber wall support - dark brown
H120cm (18cm legs)
£42.99
In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
