A captivating compact clematis set aglow by maroon-red blooms throughout summer. ‘Westerplatte’ makes a charming companion for roses and shrubs with its bushy non-vigorous habit. The striking flowers emerge in early summer, opening the darkest purple-red with alluring velvet textures. Mature blossoms reveal brighter red central bars and wine-hued contrasting stamens, sometimes taking on blue-tinted edges later in the season for even more visual interest. Position its rich red tapestry to catch eyes along pathways, train up obelisks, or grow in suitably large patio pots.
Clematis plants can be either deciduous or evergreen shrubs, herbaceous perennials, or climbers that use twining leaf stalks. Many varieties also produce striking flowers, while some feature fluffy seedheads in autumn.
To ensure the happiness of this plant, it is best to plant it in a location where its roots will remain cool and moist, ideally with some shade provided by lower-growing species. This plant prefers full sun and a well-drained soil.
Height: This plant is usually between 75-90cm tall when it arrives but can reach 2M. 3L deep rose pots with 90cm cane. Prune group 2, light prune.
Flowers: June-September