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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: |
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Clematis viticella 'Royal Velvet' |
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| Form: |
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Herbaceous, woody vine |
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| Sun Exposure: |
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Partial Shade/Full Sun |
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| Height/Habit: |
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10' - 20' |
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| Spread: |
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4' - 6' |
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| Spacing: |
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4' - 6' |
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| Hardiness Zone: |
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3 - 8 ( -40 degrees F) |
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| Foliage Type: |
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Rich mid green |
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| Flower Form: |
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Double, resembling 2" - 2 1/2" miniature chrysanthemums with their many layers of recurved and twisted sepals. |
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| Flower Color: |
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Rich, velvety red |
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| Flowering Date: |
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Mid to late summer |
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| Planting Requirements: |
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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. |
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| Soil Requirements: |
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Prefers a fertile, moisture retentive soil. |
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| Growth Rate: |
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Slow to establish, fast there-after |
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| Unique Characteristics: |
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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. |
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| Pruning: |
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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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| Time of Pruning: |
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Early spring just as growth is starting |
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