Clematis (Group 3)

Clematis Jackmanii Superba

• Position: full sun
• Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: fast-growing
• Flowering period: July to August
• Flower colour: large, open dark purple blooms
• Other features: plenty of velvety flowers cover the climber
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Large rich dark purple flowers clothe this popular and reliable late-flowering clematis. The abundant blooms appear from mid- to late summer and look fantastic when grown up a trellis or wall. It is also a good clematis to grow through shrubs or trees as it is pruned right back and so never becomes too much of a burden on the supporting plant.
  
  
• Garden care: Cut back stems to a pair of strong buds 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground level before growth begins in early spring. Mulch in late winter with garden compost or well-rotted manure but avoid the immediate crown.