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Kilian Donahue Clematis
Clematis x 'Kilian Donahue'
Pronunciation: KLEM-a-tus
SKU #03443
One of the most dramatic clematis ever, with flowers ranging at any given time from shades of deep ruby red to brilliant fuchsia and lavender with orchid-pink highlights. An outstanding rebloomer with a full-branching habit. Makes a fine groundcover or climber for arbors, fences, or tall shrubs. Deciduous.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing, twining stems climb 8 to 12 ft. tall, with support.
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| Bloom Time | Early through late summer |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover |
| Flower Color | Purplish-pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Japanese Maple (Acer); Climbing Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in well-drained, lightly alkaline soil, with roots sheltered and top growth in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Feed regularly beginning in spring. Remove spent blooms to promote continuous bloom. Provide trellis or arbor support. |
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| Bloom Time | Early through late summer |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Easy Care |
| Problems/Solutions | Black Walnut Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly
100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr.
in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.