(Clematis 'Ernest Markham') KLEM-ah-tiss Genus:  Clematis 'Ernest Markham' is a vigorous, late-flowering climber with abundant small flowers in summer. Blossoms are rich magenta, 4 inches across, with blunt-tipped sepals and light chocolate anthers. Care:  Provide full sun and fertile, well-drained, acidic soil with abundant organic matter.  The heat may cause some of the leaves to turn brown. Plant with the top of the root ball 3 to 5 inches below the surface and provide strong support. Propagation:  Root softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in early summer. Problems:  Wilt, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots, and stem cankers are common. Scale insects, whiteflies, earwigs, and aphids can occur.

Overview

Height 10 ft. to 15 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Runs Light Full Sun Only Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Showy Flowers, Showy Seed Heads Bloom Time Summer Flower Color Purple Uses Trellis Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Vines