Clematis 'Nelly Moser': Lilac-Striped Pink Flowers for Shade

Clematis 'Nelly Moser' – Large Lilac-Striped Blooms in Shade

Easy to grow, producing large flat flowers (6–8 inches) with distinctive gleaming lilac bars on each petal. Blooms May to late June, second less profuse bloom mid-August. In shade, cheery pink-and-mauve-striped blossoms last weeks instead of days.

Culture

Fertile, well-drained soil with organic matter. Thrives in sun but keeps delicate color longer in shade. Against shady north-facing wall, paint surface light to reflect light. Prune only if needed (blooms on previous year's canes). Plant root ball 3–5 inches below surface, strong support. Propagate by softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe early summer. Pests: wilt, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots, stem cankers; scale, whiteflies, earwigs, aphids.

Quick Reference

• Height: 6–10 ft.
• Spread: 1–3 ft.
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Moisture: Medium
• Bloom: Early summer to summer (pink, purple)
• Features: Showy seed heads, shade-tolerant color