Clematis

Clematis are called the Queen of Climbers. Their graceful stems and large flowers often make Clematis a garden feature.  While the traditional use of Clematis has been for climbing trellises and arbors, these rapidly growing, free flowering specimens can be grown in containers on balconies and down over terraces.  Use on fences to act as a screen, over natural supports or even as ground cover.  No matter how you decide to use your Clematis it can also enhance the beauty of your home with its proliferation of flowers than can be cut and enjoyed inside as well.                 
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Common Name:  'Clematis'
Scientific Name : Clematis  'Dr. Ruppel'    Sorry, Sold Out for 2008

A very large flowering hybrid that has 8" wide rose colored flowers with a carmine-red bar. Flowers in Early-season and then re-blooms in September. A strong grower that will grow up to 12' tall. Alternate light and heavy pruning yearly to get the best results with this hybrid.

Matures: 8-12' tall.           Hardy to Zone 4

Common Name:  'Clematis'
Scientific Name : Clematis  'Henryi'

A classic indeed! This beloved Clematis has been grown by gardeners for over a century. Lovely, almost perfect white flowers that will glow under a full moon. Flowers are enormous - measuring almost 8 inches across! The contrasting purple-violet anthers add to Henryi's charm. Recognized by avid gardeners as a must have for the all white garden. If you grow only one variety of Clematis we suggest that you grow Henryi - as with all classics this clematis will never go out of style.

The vigorous vines will grow 8 to 14' tall.                 Hardy to Zone 4.

Common Name:  'Clematis'
Scientific Name : Clematis  'Niobe'

Profuse, 6" across, dark ruby flowers with golden stamens cover this vine in summer. Flowers are followed by fluffy seed clusters. Flowers may be cut and floated in bowls. Easily grown in fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Most clematis prefer full sun, but this cultivar tolerates part shade. Roots should be shaded, however, and kept moist in summer and early fall. Bloom is primarily from the current year's stems, therefore cutting back stems hard in late winter to early spring before new growth appears is advisable. An excellent vine for garden trellises and containers even in this northern climate where winters are so cruel. It does seem to take a couple of years to get established but once it does it is a show stopper. The soil needs to be kept moist, well drained and fertile much like that of roses.

Climbs 8-12'                   Hardy to Zone 4.

Common Name:  'Clematis'
Scientific Name : Clematis paniculata 'Sweet Autumn'

Save the best for last. Flowering later than other varieties, paniculata goes into bloom in September and continues through October. Tiny 1" blooms cover the plant and carry a light fragrance. Easy to maintain, it can be evergreen in milder climates.

Matures: 20-30'.           Hardy to Zone 4.

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