Clematis viticella ‘Rubra’

Clematis viticella 'Rubra' is one of the reddest cultivars available with dark centres and a small white central flare.

Clematis viticella ‘Rubra’ is one of the reddest cultivars available with dark centres and a small white central flare. It is a member of the Viticella Group which were the first clematis grown in English gardens beginning in the 1500s. They bloom from July to September and are hardy to zone 3. Tolerant of part shade. Pruning group C – hard prune in early spring to about one foot from the ground.

Common Name:  Clematis

Family:  Ranunculaceae (The Buttercup Family)

Zone Hardiness:  3-9

Light:  Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade,

Height:  6-10'

Width:  3-5'

Primary Bloom Colour:  Red

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Bloom Time:  Summer - Fall

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Vine

Soil Moisture:  Average

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  No

Berries:  

Benefits:  

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  

Award:  

Geographical Origin:  Garden Origin