Also sold as:
  • Doctor Ruppel
  • Dr. Rupple
  • Docteur Ruppel
  • Dr. Rubbel

Data specific to Clematis (Edit)
Growing Zones:USDA Zone 3 - with winter protection only
USDA Zone 5
USDA Zone 5 - with winter protection only
USDA Zone 8
USDA Zone 9 - partially shaded areas only
USDA Zone 11
Typical Plant Size:Typically 3 to 4 feet
Pruning Group:Group 2 - Optional, light pruning after flowering
Bloom Diameter:Small - 2 to 4 inches
Bloom Color (Tepals):Other
Bar or Accent Color (if applicable):Pink bar
Center Color (Anthers):Red anthers
Bloom Shape:Ruffled or wavy tepal texture
Other
Preferred Light:Prefers partial shade
Tolerates full sun
Suitability as Cut Flower:Untested as cut flower
Recommendations:Good choice for a conservatory or indoor growth
Awards:Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Tree
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 5b -26.1 °C (-15 °F) to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
Flowers:Inconspicuous
Flower Color:Brown
Flower Time:Late summer or early fall
Winter
Uses:Water gardens
Wildlife Attractant:Bees
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Cane
Bulbs

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