Go Back Pink Chiffon Clematis

Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:08 PM
Clematis 'Pink Chiffon'
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    Plant Type: Clematis

    Very free-flowering. Blooms measure 5-6" in diameter. Mauve pink sepals fade to shell pink. Dark red anthers. Mauve Pink flowers. The vine blooms best in the sun and benefits from a cluster of small plants, planted around the base of the plant. Many people simply plant a ground cover like ivy, myrtle, or pachysandra around the plant to shade the base.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Clematis can be grown in full sun or light shade, but its base and roots must be completely shaded. You may need to plant a small shrub or large perennial directly in front of its rootball to keep it cool and shaded. A thick layer of mulch will also help to keep the soil moist. This vine prefers to be grown in moist, well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Adding lime to the soil will help to provide these conditions. When planting clematis, it is important to plant it 3" deeper than it was in the original pot. Bury the first set of entire leaves to encourage the production of strong shoots from below soil level and to discourage clematis wilt.

    Flower Color

    Mauve pink with dark red anthers

    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

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    Good Companions

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    Plant Height

    6-8 ft.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Climbing, Specimen, Cut flower, Border, Container

    Bloom Time

    July through September

    Critter Resistance

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    Exposure

    Full sun to part shade

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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