Jackmanii Superba Clematis is a deciduous climbing perennial vine with bright green foliage that flowers on both new and old wood. The large velvety violet flowers with cream anthers bloom from late spring into fall. Prefers full sun and moist well-drained soil. Needs support.
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Susceptible to wilt and stem rot, which can be fatal. Other potential diseases include powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust. Potential insect pests include aphids, vine weevils, slugs/snails, scale and earwigs. Watch for spider mites. If possible, plant the roots in the area with afternoon shade and climb the foliage into full sun for best results.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Trellises and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Aster, Rose, Iris
IMAGES: Brendan DeBrincat, Clematis Wall, (2) DM, Purple Clematis, (3) Brian Crawford, Clematis, (4) Tony Alter, Clematis
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
