Clematite de iarna, evergreen - Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' (flori parfumate)

Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles' is a perennial climbing plant, valued for its distinctive flowers, which appear especially in the colder months of the year.

This variety grows vigorously, reaching heights of up to 3-4 meters. The leaves are semi-evergreen, meaning some of them remain on the plant throughout the winter, depending on the climatic conditions. In cases of severe winters, the plant may lose all its leaves.

Flowering generally begins in November or December and can continue until February or March. The flowers are bell-shaped and arranged singly. They have a pale cream background, over which dark purple or dark brown spots are scattered, resembling freckles – hence the name 'Freckles'. The flowers are fragrant.

To encourage proper/abundant winter flowering as well as foliage retention, it is recommended to place the plant in areas sheltered from blizzards and strong drafts.

Full botanical name: Clematis cirrhosa var. purpurascens 'Freckles'

Note – under certain conditions, Clematis cirrhosa may enter dormancy during the warm season – in which case watering should be reduced. Dormancy may also involve some deterioration of the foliage.

Note: Occasionally, atypical flowering has been observed, namely flowers of a white-greenish color. These flowers may appear because the plants have bloomed in (cool) greenhouse conditions with low light.
  
Height including pot: approx. 75 cm
Pot diameter: 17 cm