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Royal Velvet Clematis Vines Royal Velvet Clematis Vines
Clematis quickly covers fences, trellises and walls in a sea of large, vibrant, colorful flowers. A dramatic way to call attention to architectural details of your landscape. Each variety provides a bold pop of color and a unique form to sunny and partially shady areas. Prolific blooms last all summer.


Light: Full sun to partial shade
Blooms: Summer
Height: 6-20'
Zones : 3-8
Size: Potted
Deer Resistant


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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 ( -40 degrees F)
 
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.
 
Time of Pruning:   Early spring just as growth is starting
 
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