Description
Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ is a cultivar of the Clematis genus, which is part of the Ranunculaceae family. It is highly valued for its large, bright red flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. The flowers of Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ are typically around 10-15 cm in diameter and have a bright red color with a slightly darker center. The foliage is green and can provide a nice backdrop to the colorful flowers. Overall, Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ is a popular and attractive choice for adding bright red color and interest to a garden or landscape.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ can grow to a height of 3m and a spread of 1m.
- Did You Know That:In Victorian times, clematis was known as the “queen of climbers” and was a popular choice for trellises and arbors.
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant is not tolerant of acidic soil, it requires either a neutral or alkaline soil to grow.
Best Position
Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’is a late flowering Clematis which blooms on growth produced that growing season, so are best to be pruned in early Spring as this gives them plenty of time to produce lots of growth which will eventually lead to lots of flowers. If pruning is neglected the flowers will appear higher and higher on the plant over time. They should be pruned back to the lowest sideshoots from the base.
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ can have problems with aphids, snails and caterpillars., it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as clematis wilt. It is toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
