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Clematis Frances Rivis

Frances Rivis Clematis

  • »  Can also be used as a ground cover
  • »  Flower Colour: slightly twisted, purple-blue bell flowers
  • »  Flower Size: 5 cm
  • »  Bloom Time: April to May
  • »  Pruning Group: 1
  • »  Group: Alpina

1gal Staked
$41.83
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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Fast
• Medium
Attributes
• Seed
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
• Spring
Habit
• Climbing
• Trailing
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Ground cover
• Patio plants
• Screening (privacy)
Additional Information about Clematis 'Frances Rivis'

Clematis are grouped into three different categories for pruning and maintenance:

Group 1: Early bloomers (April-May) -Flower buds are produced in the previous growing season. Prune soon after flowering to allow the plants to develop next year's flower buds. Avoid cutting into the old woody stems.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Clematis 'Frances Rivis'

Clematis grow best in a rich, moist to average, well-drained soil, in full sun. Protection from intense afternoon sun is beneficial. Large flowering bi-colours, reds and blues, may fade quickly if planted in direct sun. Roots need a cool environment to thrive; it is recommended to plant a ground cover or shallow-rooted perennial to shade the roots; mulching is suggested. Plant the crown 3-5 cm below the soil's surface. Clematis are slow to establish and initially need to be tied to a trellis or fence to begin climbing.