Sweet Summer Love Clematis
Overview: A clematis grown for its masses of fragrant, reddish-purple blooms.
Mature size: Approximately climbs 6–12 ft. or more given a trellis or support, depending on cultivar.
Sun exposure: Full sun, with afternoon shade in hot climates; shade the roots with mulch or a low groundcover
Flowering season: Varies by cultivar; many bloom in late spring through summer, some rebloom into fall
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9, depending on cultivar
Water needs: Average; consistent moisture in rich, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soil — clematis is deep-rooted, so water thoroughly
Special features: Twining, woody-based perennial vine; needs something to climb (trellis, fence, shrub); a heavy feeder that benefits from a low-nitrogen, slow-release fertilizer through the growing season; pruning group varies by cultivar
Wildlife value: Bees and other pollinators
Botanical name: Clematis x 'Sweet Summer Love'
Category: Shrubs & Trees