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Ernest Markham Clematis
Clematis x 'Ernest Markham'
Pronunciation: KLEM-a-tis
SKU #02701
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Twining stems quickly reach 8 to 12 ft. tall, with support.
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| Description | An award winning and very reliable clematis cultivar valued for its large, open, magenta-pink flowers. Train to climb along trellis, arbor or fencing, or leave unsupported to ramble through medium to tall shrubs. Creates an excellent vertical effect in smaller spaces and containers. Deciduous. Pruning Group: 3 |
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| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
| Design Ideas | Plant Clematis near an arbor, trellis or tree trunk where its twining leaf stems will quickly climb to reveal a profusion of magenta-red flowers in the summer. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); 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. Pruning Group: 3 |
Details
| Description | An award winning and very reliable clematis cultivar valued for its large, open, magenta-pink flowers. Train to climb along trellis, arbor or fencing, or leave unsupported to ramble through medium to tall shrubs. Creates an excellent vertical effect in smaller spaces and containers. Deciduous. Pruning Group: 3 |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | Plant Clematis near an arbor, trellis or tree trunk where its twining leaf stems will quickly climb to reveal a profusion of magenta-red flowers in the summer. |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); 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. Pruning Group: 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ernest Markham Clematis produce flowers?
Summer
Is Ernest Markham Clematis evergreen or deciduous?
Ernest Markham Clematis is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Ernest Markham Clematis?
Ernest Markham Clematis is Easy Care, Fast Growing.
Is Ernest Markham Clematis resistant to pests or animals?
Black Walnut Tolerant
How fast does Ernest Markham Clematis grow?
Ernest Markham Clematis has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Ernest Markham Clematis?
Ernest Markham Clematis grows in an Climbing habit.
Where can I use Ernest Markham Clematis in my landscape?
Ernest Markham Clematis is suitable for: Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover.
How can I use Ernest Markham Clematis in my garden design?
Plant Clematis near an arbor, trellis or tree trunk where its twining leaf stems will quickly climb to reveal a profusion of magenta-red flowers in the summer.
What color are Ernest Markham Clematis flowers?
Ernest Markham Clematis produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Ernest Markham Clematis?
Ernest Markham Clematis has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Ernest Markham Clematis?
Good companion plants for Ernest Markham Clematis include: Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja).
How do I care for Ernest Markham Clematis?
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. Pruning Group: 3
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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.