Jackman Superba Clematis
Clematis jackmanii 'Superba'
Description | The most popular of the clematis vines. Showy, deep violet-purple flowers are slightly broader than those of C. 'Jackmanii' and will cover this climbing vine throughout most of the summer. An excellent vine for adding vertical interest to the landscape on a fence or trellis, or along rock walls. Deciduous. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry. |
Blooms | Summer through fall |
Mature Size | Fast growing stems reach 10 to 12 ft. tall, with support. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
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Flower Color | Purple |
Foliage Color | Dark Green |
Companion Plants | Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Japanese Maple (Acer); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) |
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. Remove spent blooms to promote continuous bloom. Provide trellis or arbor support. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-9

Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 4
Good to grow!
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Due to the seasonal nature of plants, availability at your local garden center is not guaranteed. Give them a call before visiting.
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Sargent's On 2nd-Landscape Nursery 1811 - 2nd St. S.w.
Rochester, Minnesota 55902 -
Lowe's 4550 Maine Avenue Se
Rochester, Minnesota 55904 -
Sargent's Landscape Nursery 7955 - 18th Ave. N.w.
Rochester, Minnesota 55901
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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.