Clematis 'Piilu'

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Size
  Height:  2m
  Spread:  1m
  Colourful climber
  
Location
  Full Sun
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PLANT PROFILE
A very popular and easy to grow variety that produces masses of flowers.

Stunning flowers are produced in profusion in spring and summer. Early blooms in spring are double (up to 7cm across) with later flowers that are single, but plentiful, lasting well into autumn. Unlike most clematis cultivars Piilu doesn't have a mid-summer break.

The flowers are considered to be large, light purplish pink with an eye catching wide dark purplish-red bar. Although many Clematis bloom only near the top of the plant, leaving the bottom bare, Piilu blooms top to bottom, ensuring a full display

Clematis 'Piilu' is the perfect choice for a colourful container display.

Clematis are vigorous climbers, this variety will look stunning against a lattice or fence, reaching a height of up to 2m.

CULTURAL CARE
The roots of Clematis like to be kept cool, so plant this variety amongst low growing shrubs or bedding plants. If in containers, ensure pots are large enough for the roots to expand and develop.

Prune back annually for best results, removing dead flower heads. Initially they should be tied to help direct new growth.

Apply a liquid fertiliser annually and water regularly during periods of extended heat.

Prefers a fertile well drained soil.

 

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