A classic Clematis with
magenta-red flowers that look like velvet. The anthers are a bright
gold and really help define the classic Clematis look. Winner
of the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
If you are looking for a red Clematis this is the one we always
recommend. Ernest Markham was introduced to the gardening public
in 1926 and has remained very popular due to its vivid mangenta
red flowers. One of the strongest and fastest growing Clematis varieties
we grow.
Clematis 'Ernest Markham' Info:
Sun Exposure:
Full sun to light shade
Soil Type: Moderately moist, well drained and rich
Zones: 4 - 9
Feeding: Heavy feeder
Pruning: Group
3 -- Late winter or very ealry spring
Avg Height: 12 - 15 feet
Bloom Size: 4 - 5 inches
Bloom Period: Early summer and again in fall
Size Shipped: 2 year old grade 1 bare root
Breeder: Ernest Markham
Country of Origin: UK
