Duchess of Edinburgh Clematis
Clematis 'Duchess of Edinburgh'
Description | A stunning white-flowered clematis that produces elegant fully double blooms on old wood in early summer and lovely semi-double blooms later in the season on new wood. This compact climber is ideal for containers, patios, and smaller gardens, where it supplies beautiful vertical interest to any fence or trellis without taking over. Deciduous. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
Blooms | Early Summer and Late Summer |
Mature Size | Moderate growing; twining stems reach 6 to 8 ft. tall, with support. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Easy Care, Compact Form |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Ground Cover |
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Flower Color | White |
Foliage Color | Green |
Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Rose (Rosa) |
Care | 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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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9

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