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Clematis 'Elsa Spath'

Also Known As

  • Clematis "Xerxes'
  • Elsa Spath Large Flowered Clematis

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 6'-10'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 4a-11

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Clematis 'Elsa Spath' plant details

Clematis 'Elsa Spath' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Elsa Spath'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: award-winning, big flowers, compact, container plant, long-blooming, showy, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Elsa Spath'

USDA Zones: 4a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beauty won the RHS Award of Garden Merit! Rich, blue flowers with white filaments and red anthers cover this compact selection in early summer and again in late summer. Great for the patio container!

Gardening facts about Clematis 'Elsa Spath' plant

How to Grow Clematis 'Elsa Spath'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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