Kilian Donahue Clematis
Clematis x 'Kilian Donahue'
Pronunciation: KLEM-a-tus
SKU #03443
Description | One of the most dramatic clematis ever, with flowers ranging at any given time from shades of deep ruby red to brilliant fuchsia and lavender with orchid-pink highlights. An outstanding rebloomer with a full-branching habit. Makes a fine groundcover or climber for arbors, fences, or tall shrubs. Deciduous. |
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Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
Watering | Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry. |
Blooms | Early through late summer |
Mature Size | Moderate growing, twining stems climb 8 to 12 ft. tall, with support. |
Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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Special Features | Easy Care |
Growth Rate | Moderate |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
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Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
Foliage Color | Green |
Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); 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

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