Liana (Climbing Vine) Clematis viticella 'Evipo018' [sold as Bourbon™] [Bourbon Clematis] The Bourbon Clematis is a small, compact hybrid that has flowers with large, vibrant red sepals, that develop on both new and old growth. The root system should be kept cool by deep soil preparation and mulching around base. It is said that Clematis prefer "a warm top and a cool bottom". While this is generally true, provide some shade during the day to the top portion for best results. Climbs by twining stems and…
Liana (Climbing Vine) Clematis × jackmanii [Jackman's Clematis] The Jackman Clematis is a hybrid with large, rich purple sepals that develop on new growth. The root system should be kept cool by deep soil preparation and mulching around the base. It is said that Clematis prefer "a warm top and a cool bottom". While this is generally true, provide some shade to the top portion during the day for the best results. Climbs by twining stems and clasping leaves, so it needs a…
Liana (Climbing Vine) Clematis × 'Warszawska Nike' [Warsaw Nike Clematis] The Warsaw Nike Clematis has large, rich, velvety reddish-purple flowers that develop on both old and new growth. The root system should be kept cool by deep soil preparation and mulching around the base. It is said that Clematis prefer "a warm top and a cool bottom". While this is generally true, provide some shade to the top portion during the day for the best results. Climbs by twining stems and clasping leaves, so it…
Shrub Clethra alnifolia 'Compacta' [Compact Summersweet Clethra] Only growing to 2-4' high and wide, Clethra alnifolia 'Compacta' is denser and more compact than the straight species. This plant can suffer in full sun and/or dry soils, but can bloom well in shade.
Shrub Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' [Hummingbird Summersweet Clethra] Clethra alnifolia 'Hummingbird' is an award-winning shrub with abundant, beautfiul and fragrant white flower spikes. However, the habit eventually tends to flop and appear unkempt. It spreads by underground stems to make large clumps, but can be restrained when necessary. This plant can suffer in full sun and/or dry soils, but can bloom well in shade.
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