Jackson & Perkins Crystal Fountain Clematis
Best ornamental climber for gardeners seeking sophisticated vertical floral displays.
A relentless climber that produces pompon-like blue blooms for five months straight. It demands consistent care and pruning but rewards the gardener with a long-lasting, vibrant vertical display.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting floral displays throughout the growing season
- Urban dwellers with limited patio space or small garden beds
- Homeowners looking for a distinctive, high-impact ornamental climber
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners who prefer low-maintenance or self-sufficient plants
- Landscapers working with exposed, high-heat areas without ground cover
- Impatient planters wanting immediate, full-scale coverage for bare walls
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Five months of continuous color sets a high bar for perennials.
Disease Resistance
Robust genetics keep common garden ailments at bay with minimal intervention.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws hummingbirds and butterflies to your vertical garden spaces.
Maintenance Effort
Requires consistent pruning and feeding to maintain its vigorous, healthy growth.
Hardiness Range
Versatile enough to thrive across a wide variety of climate zones.
Vertical Impact
Six-foot height creates an immediate, striking focal point on any trellis.
Key Specs
Genus
Clematis
Species
viticella
Variety
'Evipo038'
Hardiness Zone
4 - 9
Bloom Time
Late Spring - Early Fall
Pruning Group
2
Mature Height
6 ft
Mature Width
3 ft
Bloom Size
4 in - 5 in
Light Requirements
Full Sun
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