Jackman Clematis

Clematis 'Jackmanii'

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Climbing Vine
Plant Family: Ranunculaceae
Plant Description: This popular cultivar of clematis is known for its profuse dark purple flowers, which can reach 7 inches in diameter. A reliable and long-blooming choice for trellises and fences. It prefers rich, organic soils and will struggle in heavy clay.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Climbing Vine
Plant Care: Climbing Vine (climbing or trailing plants): Prune regularly to promote health, remove overly tangled branches, maintain a desirable shape, and to remove diseased or damaged branches. Pruning is best done in late winter to early spring for most vines. With spring blooming vines, prune after the blooms are spent. Train on structures strong enough to support the vine. Some vines require more or less pruning than average depending on their growth habit.

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 7-10' tall x 3-6' wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: Unknown
Localscapes: Foundation Plant, Perimeter Plant
Foliage Interest: No
Foliage Colors: Green
Bloom Colors: Purple
Bloom Seasons: Early Summer
Bloom Period: Jun - Jul

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 4 to 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs morning sun), Part Sun (4-6 hrs afternoon sun)
Irrigation Requirement:     Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Unknown

Garden Location:

  • Design Path
    • Hardscape Exhibit
  • Neighborhood Landscapes
    • Prudent Perennials
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter