Clematis, 1 gal, Alpine Willy

Clematis, 1 gal, Alpine WillyWilly is pale mauve pink with darker pink at the base of the flower. Alpinas perform well in light conditions ranging from bright shade to hot sun. Also, they can be used as a climber, rambler or ground cover. Their delicate flowers are followed by attractive seed heads. These attributes make this hardy species one of the easiest and most versatile types of clematis to grow. Pruning group A. Attributes Type: Deciduous Vine Growth Habit: Climbing

Willy is pale mauve-pink with darker pink at the base of the flower. Alpinas perform well in light conditions ranging from bright shade to hot sun. Also, they can be used as a climber, rambler or ground cover. Their delicate flowers are followed by attractive seed heads. These attributes make this hardy species one of the easiest and most versatile types of clematis to grow. Pruning group A.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Vine
Growth Habit: Climbing
Mature Height: 2 - 2.5m (6 - 8 ft.)
Zone: 3
Pruning Group: A

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Pale mauve-pink with darker pink at the base.
Flower Size: 3 - 5cm (1 - 2 in.)
Flowering Time: April - May
Foliage Colour: Green

Care

General Maintenance: Provide the support of a trellis or arbor. Roots prefer a cool, shaded area, tops in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Remove spent blooms to promote continuous bloom. Prune only weak or dead stems as soon as blooming is finished.
Light: Full sun to partial sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil.
Fertilizer: Feed regularly beginning in spring up until buds are formed.