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Belle of Taranaki Clematis
Clematis 'Belle of Taranaki'
Pronunciation: KLEM-a-tis
SKU #31803
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER:
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 7 to 9 ft. tall with support.
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| Description | An early-flowering clematis that produces stunning, large, long-lasting, double blooms of the deepest blue-violet with just a hint of a reddish bar on the petals. A repeat bloom in late summer produces semi-single blooms of the same coloring. Provides delightful vertical interest to any garden fence or trellis. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late Spring and Late Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, lightly alkaline soil, with roots sheltered and top growth in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed regularly beginning in spring. Prune spent flowers to promote repeat bloom. Provide trellis or arbor support. |
| History | 'Belle of Taranaki', a sport of C. 'Multi Blue', is a recent arrival to the U.S. market from New Zealand. |
Details
| Description | An early-flowering clematis that produces stunning, large, long-lasting, double blooms of the deepest blue-violet with just a hint of a reddish bar on the petals. A repeat bloom in late summer produces semi-single blooms of the same coloring. Provides delightful vertical interest to any garden fence or trellis. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Late Spring and Late Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Ground Cover |
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| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, lightly alkaline soil, with roots sheltered and top growth in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed regularly beginning in spring. Prune spent flowers to promote repeat bloom. Provide trellis or arbor support. |
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History
| History | 'Belle of Taranaki', a sport of C. 'Multi Blue', is a recent arrival to the U.S. market from New Zealand. |
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.