LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry.
SIZE: Quickly reaches 5 to 7 ft. tall, 2 to 4 ft. wide, with support.
| Description | An exciting clematis with brilliant violet-blue flower color and outstanding form on a vigorous and disease resistant vine. This early-bloomer has exceptionally large flowers with a striking reddish bar through petal centers and red-tipped stamens. Its compact habit is ideal for containers or smaller gardens. Deciduous. Pruning Group: 2 |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring, repeating in fall. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Fast Growing, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, lightly alkaline soil, with roots sheltered and top growth in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed regularly beginning in spring. Prune spent flowers to promote repeat bloom. Provide trellis or arbor support. Pruning Group: 2 |
| History | A cross between Clematis hybrids ‘Violet Charm’ and ‘The President’, this selection features the best traits of these Clematis favorites: the brilliant violet blue flower color of The President, combined with Violet Charm’s outstanding flower form, with exceptionally large 6 – 8 inch blooms. This newer addition to Clearview’s specialty Vancouver line will be of special interest to Clematis collectors. |






