Clematis 'Constance'

Also Known As

Clematis alpina 'Constance'

Plant type

vine

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 2'-10'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Clematis 'Constance' plant details

Clematis 'Constance' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous vine with green foliage. In summer pink and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Constance'

Plant type: vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and purple blooms in summer
Uses: small flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Constance'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clematis alpina 'Constance' displays deep purple-pink tepals with white staminodes. Alpinas can be grown from bright shade to full sun and used as a climber, rambler or ground cover. Their delicate flowers are followed by attractive, silky seed heads. They are one of the hardiest and easiest of all species to grow. Pruning group A.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

It is a lovely new pink flowered selection of the alpina species. The blooms have a rich color and are semi-double, too! It is very generous with a heavy first bloom in spring and steady light repeats. Constance also has beautiful, fluffy seed heads. Dr. Seuss would be jealous of these!