Clematis Justa (Viticella Group)
Perfect for containers, Clematis ‘Justa’ is a compact deciduous vine with masses of pale blue-mauve flowers, 3 in. across (8 cm), adorned with a light purple bar on each of their sepals. The elliptic sepals are attractively wavy along their edges and catch the light in the sun.
Perfect for containers, Clematis 'Justa' is a compact deciduous vine with masses of pale blue-mauve flowers, 3 in. across (8 cm), adorned with a light purple bar on each of their sepals. The elliptic sepals are attractively wavy along their edges and catch the light in the sun. They surround a tuft of pale yellow anthers and white filaments. Blooming abundantly from midsummer to fall, this charming clematis is particularly useful for container growing or where space is limited.
- 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.
- Hardy, this clematis can quickly grow up to 3-5 ft. long (90-150 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.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4 – 9 |
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Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
Climate Zones | 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Climbers |
Plant Family | Clematis |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Summer (Mid,Late)Fall |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 24″ (60cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden |