Clematis recta 'Purpurea Select'

Also Known As

Purpurea Select Clematis

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 2'-3'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Clematis recta 'Purpurea Select' plant details

Clematis recta 'Purpurea Select' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with blue, green and purple foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis recta 'Purpurea Select'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue, green and purple
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis recta 'Purpurea Select'

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

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Purpurea Select' is an uncommon, non-climbing, clump forming Clematis that is grown primarily for its beautiful leaves and stems which are at first rich burgundy gradually maturing to a grey-green. The flowers are white, vanilla-scented and quite small but appear in nice clusters by the hundreds. This is a good clematis to grow in the perennial border up through other perennials or shrubs. Cut back after blooming for a new flush of burgundy foliage.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

A beautiful herbaceous clematis selected here for its especially deep purple foliage, which is darkest in full sun. A profusion of small, starry white flowers in early summer complements the leaves. Habit is lax; best planted between sturdy neighbors to keep it upright.