Clematis 'Rasputin'

Old Man's Beard

Hardy Shrub

£29.99

80% (1 Review)

One of the darkest flowered Clematis

Exceptionally free flowering variety

Deep violet, velvety blooms

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Clematis 'Rasputin' is an exceptionally free flowering variety, producing flowers en masse from July to September. This striking cultivar is one of the darkest flowered Clematis, bearing deep violet, velvety blooms with undulating margins and deeply furrowed sepals. This plant is an ideal companion for other Clematis varieties and paler flowered climbing roses. In order to enjoy the very darkest colour, grow Clematis 'Rasputin' in light shade where its sumptuous blooms won't be faded by the sun. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning group: 3.

Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.

Plant Size Height Up to 300cm (119in)
Spread Up to 100cm (39in)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Ideal For patiowalls and fencescottage gardens

Position In sun or semi shade

Flowering Months

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Codes
1 x 2 Litre Potted Plant (59436)

Grow Clematis in sheltered sunny borders in any moist, well drained soil. Clematis plants particularly dislike dry soils so add plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost to improve moisture retention in summer. Plant clematis with the top of the rootball positioned 7.5cm (3”) below soil level, to encourage new shoots to form from the base of the plant. Be sure to provide the twining stems with an appropriate support, such as trellis or wires attached to fences and pergolas. Alternatively grow clematis up freestanding plant frames in patio containers. When planting in containers, use a soil based compost such as John Innes No.3.

Feed and water frequently throughout the growing season. When pruning group 3 Clematis remember that they flower on the current year's growth. In spring, simply cut back all of the previous year's growth to a pair of strong buds at the base of the plant. Afterwards, apply a mulch of well rotted manure or compost to the base of the plant.

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