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Clematis montana var. rubens 'Rubens Superba'

clematis (group 1)

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A towering climber up to 8m (24ft) in height, Clematis 'Rubens Superba' boasts dark green foliage and a blossoming period in late spring and early summer. Its petite flowers, flaunting four delicate pale dusky-pink petals and prominent cream stamens, form an exquisite display. Distinguished as an improved selection of 'Rubens,' this variety offers slightly larger blooms exuding a robust vanilla scent and adorned with light pink flowers displaying a textured surface. This vigorous and early-flowering clematis is ideal for softening building outlines, covering fences, or adorning walls, and thrives in various settings, adding beauty whether climbing mature trees or embellishing north-facing sites.

How to care for Clematis montana var. rubens Rubens Superba:

Clematis need their roots to be kept cool and moist, so plant the base of these clematis in light shade or provide shading with other plants or a dressing of pebbles. No routine pruning is necessary. If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec
Eventual height:
8m
Eventual spread:
4m
Position:

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth:

Fast-growing

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

  • InformationThis climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
  • InformationHumans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten

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