Clematis Picardy (Late Large-Flowered Clematis)

Free flowering, Clematis Picardy is a compact, large-flowered clematis with attractive, magenta star-shaped flowers adorned with brighter central bars and reddish-brown anthers. Blooming from midsummer to early fall, this floriferous clematis is an excellent choice for patio containers, outstanding when grown in a hanging basket and perfect for small spaces. Once it has finished its first flowering, it may be pruned back to 6in. (15 cm) and it will regrow and flower again if kept well-watered and fed.

• Thrives in moist, well-drained soils, in full sun or part shade. Ideally, Clematis prefer having their 'heads in the sun and their feet in the shade'. Keep the roots cool and shaded by other plants or add a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base.
• Quickly grows up to 5-7 ft. long (150-210 cm).
• This Clematis belongs to the third group of Clematis – a group including Clematis which flower in late summer on growth made in that season. They should be pruned in late winter or early spring and require 'hard pruning': simply cut back the stems to a pair of strong buds about 1ft. (30 cm) above ground level before growth begins in early spring.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.