Clematis ‘The Countess of Wessex’ (Evipo073) is a compact, repeat-blooming deciduous climber perfect for containers and small gardens. It produces large white flowers with pale pink stripes and deep red stamens from late spring to early fall. This hardy, shade-tolerant plant grows 3-4 ft (90-120 cm) tall and requires minimal pruning.
Key Features and Care:
- Appearance: Large, 5-6 inch (12-15 cm) flowers with a ruffled, wavy-edged, white and pink striped look.
- Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer, and again in late summer to early fall.
- Positioning: Thrives in full sun or partial/bright shade, making it ideal for north-facing locations.
- Growth Habit: Compact, bushy, and ideal for containers, trellises, or obelisks.
- Pruning: Group 3 (hard pruning). Cut back to about 1 ft (30 cm) above ground level in early spring.
- Hardiness: Fully hardy in the UK and zones 4-9.
