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Posted: May 7, 2019 at 4:08 PM
Clematis 'Dr. Ruppel'
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    Plant Type: Clematis

    A large flowered variety. Blooms measure 6-8" in diameter. Pale orchid purple, ruffled petals with a wide carmine central bar and golden stamens. Blooms from May to June and again from August to September. One of the best striped clematis; a very strong grower.

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    Growing & Maintenance Tips:

    Clematis can be grown in full sun or light shade, but its base and roots must be completely shaded. You may need to plant a small shrub or large perennial directly in front of its rootball to keep it cool and shaded. A thick layer of mulch will also help to keep the soil moist. The time to prune this group is in late winter or early spring. Dead and weak shoots should be removed and the remaining shoots cut back to 6-9 inches above a couple of well-developed buds

    Flower Color

    Orchid-purple with carmine central bar adn golden stamens

    Foliage Color

    Green

    Plant Spread

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    Good Companions

    Aster-Calico (Aster lateriflorus), Bee Balm (Monarda ), Coneflower-Purple (Echinacea purpurea), Iris-Tall Bearded (Iris pallida), Peony-Garden (Paeonia ), Phlox-Tall Garden (Phlox paniculata), Rose Mallow (Hibiscus ), Salvia-Perennial (Salvia nemorosa), Shasta Daisy (Leucanthemum superbum), Speedwell (Veronica spicata)

    Plant Height

    6-10 ft.

    Scape Height

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    Hardness Zone

    4-8

    Soil Moisture

    Average water needs

    Characteristics & Attributes

    Attributes

    Specimen, Container, Border, Cut flower or foliage, Climbing

    Bloom Time

    May to June/August-September

    Critter Resistance

    Deer and rabbit resistant

    Exposure

    Full sun to part shade

    Growth Rate

    Medium

    Seasonal Interests

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