Clematis Alita (Viticella Group)

Floriferous, Clematis Alita (Viticella Group) is a compact deciduous vine boasting a profusion of crimson to reddish-purple flowers, 4-6 in. across (10-15 cm), adorned with a central tuft of golden stamens. Blooming from early to late summer, this showy clematis is perfect for containers and small gardens.

• Thrives in moist, well-drained soils, in full sun to 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. 
• Hardy, this clematis can quickly grow up to 4-6 ft. long (120-180 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.