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Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit'

• Masses of outfacing, royal purple flowers in summer to fall.
• Climbing vine (requires support).
• Can also be allowed to trail along the ground as a groundcover, or over retaining walls.
• One of the hardiest, most reliable Clematis varieties.

Fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Sun to pt. shade. Prune back to 30cm (1 ft.) above ground level each spring.

Height: 3-4m (9-12 ft.), Spread: 1.2-1.5m (4-5 ft.)

Zone 3