Scientific Name
Clematis texensis, C. coccinea

Common Name
Scarlet clematis
Hardiness Zone: 4-8
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Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Rapid
Texture: Medium
Height: 5 to 10'
Exposure: Sun; shade for roots
Climbing Method: Twisting petioles; twining
Flower/ Fruit: scarlet, red or purple bell-shaped flowers from summer to frost
Comments: Flowers on new growth so prune in late spring; drought tolerant; native; better density than most clematis; grayish green leaves
Cultivars: Duchess of Albany (pink), Countess of Onslow (violet-purple), Gravetye Beauty (crimson red)
   
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