Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

Also Known As

Nelly Moser Large Flowered Clematis

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Clematis 'Nelly Moser' plant details

Clematis 'Nelly Moser' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer lavender, pink and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender, pink and white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: big flowers, repeat-blooming, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clematis 'Nelly Moser' is more than 100 years old and still one of the most popular of all cultivars. It has near white to pale pastel mauve petals with glowing carmine pink central bars around dark stamens. The flowers are 7-9 inches wide on vines that w

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

This clematis has two bloom times! From May to late June, then usually has a second, less profuse bloom in mid-August. This cultivar prefers a shady location where it has protection from afternoon sun. Pink and lavender striped blossoms last for weeks instead of days. This reliable & stunning heirloom was introduced in France in 1897.

By: Garden World

This is an outstanding selection for flower size (6-8), compact habit and long bloom period. It bears flowers heavily in both late spring and late summer. Great for cut flowers, too! Early, Large Flowered Type.

By: Brushwood Nursery

Mauve-pink flowers with carmine bars May-June & Sept. Prune Feb-Mar cutting back to buds at 18". Hardy to Zone 4.

By: Lael's Moon Garden

One of the most popular bi-colored clematis, 'Nelly Moser' has 8" flowers with white to pale pink petals accentuated by the darker pink central bar. Very free flowering but will fade in too much sun. [Group B, May - June - September, 8-10']