Clematis 'The President'
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Elegantly crafted, this royal purple flowering vine proudly displays its vibrant hues June through September. Boasting deep purple petals and purple anthers, the "Maleficent" Clematis is a continuous bloomer that holds its color in both the humid summer sun and the chilly autumn air. Design a garden of distinction with this timeless classic, requiring just type 2 pruning for lush, large 7-8" flowers.
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Detailed Info
Variety Name |
The President Maleficent |
Hardiness Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, |
Sunlight Exposure | Full Sun, Part Sun, |
Prune Group |
2 |
Height | 12 ft |
Spread | 4 ft |
Flower Size | 8 in |
Fragrance | Unspecified. Please contact us. |
Season of Interest | Summer, Autumn, |
Spacing | 3 ft |
Visual Features |
Climbing Flowering Attracts Bees and Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds |
Drought Tolerance |
Important Your clematis is drought tolerant. However, it will not be able to flower during periods of extreme drought. You will see the plant struggle and lose leaves. When the weather cools down, the plant will revive. Being a Type 2 clematis, your clematis will flower again in 3-4 weeks. |
Toxicity | Clematis is toxic to humans and animals when consumed. Usually, they are left untouched by animals. Our cats have always played safe around them. |
Variety Specific Tips & Tricks
Beginners Care Guide
Where to Plant
Clematis like rich, organic, and cool soil. Plant in a location where the roots are shaded and the plant has something to climb. If your location gets too much sun, cover your clematis roots with mulch or partner plants to help shade the roots.
Watering
Clematis love water but they don't like being flooded. Water your clematis once the soil is dry and during heat waves. But do not over-water as it will lead to fungal disease. Assure good drainage and add partner plants to help absorb excess water. If you get strong heat waves, add mulch to prevent water from evaporating.
Pruning
Pruning technique is key to maximize the number of flowers on your clematis and keep it blooming throughout summer.
Your Prune Group:
- 2
Fertilizing
Fertilizing is the secret ingredient to thousands of blooms. Clematis need regular fertilizer to keep them going. You can opt for liquid fertilizer which will need to be applied once a month during the growth season or slow release solid fertilizer, that will feed your plant through the seasons.