Illustrative photo.
Clematis 'KARDYNAL WYSZYNSKI' clematis, old man's beard
size/type
vine,vine
usual height
2-3m
usual width
1-1m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
June-September
location
full to partial sun
soil type
any (acidic to alkaline)
soil moisture requirements
evenly moist (dislikes drought)
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Kardynal Wyszynski is a Polish variety of clematis with large flowers from June until September. Its crimson purple flowers have 6 petals and centres decorated with burgundy red stamens. It received a golden medal at Plantarium 1990.
It belongs to Group 3 clematis, flowering in mid- and late summer. Flowers appear on new growths. Cut back all the previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds, 15-20 cm above soil level, before growth begins in early spring.
Growing conditions and care
Clematis likes deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil that remains cool. You can grow a plant below clematis that will provide shade for its roots. Add garden compost in late winter and mulch it well. Fully hardy to min. -34°C (USDA zone 4).
Last update 07-06-2016
