A vigorous, late-flowering clematis producing an abundance of 4″ magenta red flowers. Water well in periods of drought. 10 – 12′ Botanical Name- Clematis Ernest Markham Pronunciation- klih-MAT-iss Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- Mature Height- Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained Current Size- 1 Bloom Color- Magenta red Bloom Time- June, August – September Companion Plants- Nepeta ‘Cat’s Meow’ Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds (some tubular-flowered species) Plant Habit- Vine
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – PP1 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune according to group type; keep roots cool and watered, fertilize lightly in spring. Trimming Instructions- Pruning depends on the type. Group 1 (spring bloomers): prune after flowering. Group 2 (repeat bloomers): light pruning in late winter. Group 3 (summer bloomers): cut back to the ground in late winter. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring and again after the first bloom; moderate feeding need. Improve clay drainage with compost to prevent root rot. Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone Possible Issues- Powdery mildew, aphids
