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It’s a non-invasive version of sweet autumn clematis with fragrant, cranberry-violet blooms. It starts blooming about a month earlier than other varieties, and will continue to flower through the summer. It is very easy to grow.
| Dimensions | 6 × 10 ft |
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| Botanical Name | Clematis 'Sweet Summer Love' PP#24,044, CBR#5303 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Flower Color | Pink, Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 10-15' |
| Width/Spread | 6-10' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Containers, Covering Fences, Specimen |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Award winner, Deadheading not necessary, Disease resistant, Fragrant, Non-invasive, Vine |
Flowers on both old and new wood, so it is a very reliable bloomer. May be pruned back to 2′ in spring.
