Clematis 'Pagoda' (Pagoda Clematis)


Botanical Information

FamilyRanunculaceae
GenusClematis
Cultivar'Pagoda'
SynonymsClematis texensis 'Pagoda'
CategoryPerennials, Woody
TypeVine

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height1.5-2.5 m
Spread0.5-1 m
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJune, July, August, September

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionClematis 'Pagoda' is a robust small to medium sized deciduous climbing plant with pretty bell-shaped flowers, a popular choice for gardens with walls or trellises.
PropagationBy semi-hardwood cuttings or layering.
CultivationPrefers a well-drained soil.
PestsClematis wilt is caused by the fungus Phoma clematidina with the symptoms evident through wilting leaves, leaf stalks turning black and then with the stems starting to quickly wilt. There are no chemical controls available to treat Clematis Wilt. If an infection is apparent, cut the wilted stems back to the healthy tissue. Tools used should be disinfected thoroughly and removed infected tissue should be destroyed to prevent any further soil or plant infection.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Leaf Description7 leaflets, medium green.
Flower DescriptionSingle, nodding and bell-shaped. The main colour is white with mauve-pink to purple secondary patterns and veining. Stamens are yellow.

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