
Purple clematis
Clematis occidentalis
Purple clematis is a cold-hardy native vine producing nodding purple-blue flowers in spring. Prefers cool, moist roots with tops in partial sun and benefits from a thick mulch layer. Requires minimal pruning as it flowers on old wood from the previous season.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
180″ – 300″
Soil
chalk
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
48″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water At Base Of Plant Until Soil Is Thoroughly Moistened
Soil pH
6.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 180″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Fine
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 20, 2019 by Allyssa Allyssa Gregory (cc-by-sa)
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