Clematis 'Kermesina'

Raised in France in 1883, Clematis 'Kermesina' bears rich red flowers from midsummer to early autumn. Some of the flowers early in the season may have green tips. It's a great choice for growing up an obelisk in a sunny border, or training up a trellis or through shrubs and trees. A viticella clematis, it shows good resistance to clematis wilt.

For best results grow Clematis 'Kermesina' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. As with all the late-flowering clematis, 'Kermesina' falls into Pruning Group Three: simply cut stems back to the lowest pair of buds in February or March. Mulch annually with well-rotted manure or compost.