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clematis purpurea plena elegans

The elaborate flowers of Clematis 'Purpurea Plena Elegans' are notable for their many layers of dark pink petals. The hardy climber, also known as Clematis 'Purpurea Plena Elegans' or Old Man's Beard, has been given an Award of Garden Merit (AGM) by the RHS for its summer blooms and fast growing nature. Despite this desirable vigorous quality, the plant remains easy to manage, whether you choose to plant it in a cottage garden or grow it up a wall. Height: 3m (9'11); Spread: 1.5m (4'11);

Clematis 'Purpurea Plena Elegans' can add a splash of colour to your garden and blooms in July and lasts until autumn. This quintessential RHS AGM selection grows quickly and is simple to care for. The small but extravagant double blooms of this Viticella Clematis are formed by layers upon layers of darker pink petals. It is truly the perfect companion for a climbing rose. It can be grown through evergreen shrubs for a burst of summer colour too. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1.5m (5'). Pruning