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  • CLEMATIS alpina 'Frances Rivis'
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    CLEMATIS alpina 'Frances Rivis'

    Commonly known as Alpine clematis

     AWARD
    (Blue Giant) - Large blue flowers with contrasting white flowers
     
    Plant Details
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    • Good to know
      C. alpina varieties tolerate cold, exposed sites. Prune after flowering to allotted space to encourage growth for next season's flowers.
    • Pests & Diseases
      Cutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wilt.
    • Place of origin
      Europe.
    • Deciduous
      Early flowering species. Produces flowers on previous year's shoots and, sometimes, on new growth in summer.
    • Blue
      Deep violet blue
    • Bell/Lantern
      Nodding, bell-shaped flowers 5-8cm (2-3in) across, often with twisted sepals
    • Fully hardy
    • Incised
    • Height
      2-3m (6½-10ft)
    • Spread
      1.5m (5ft)
    • Climber
      Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
      Early-flowering climber. Produces flowers on previous year's shoots and sometimes on new growth in summer
    • Hardy - very cold winter
      Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • harmful if eaten
      Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits
    • skin irritant
      People
    • Rabbit Resistant
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Cottage garden
      Suitable for small gardens
      Town garden
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
      Humus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Provide shade for roots and base of plant.
      Partial shade
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