Clematis 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis) - flowering climber - 9 cm pot - Height 35 cm - Set of 2

The 'Polish Spirit' Clematis (Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit') produces its purple to deep purple-crimson flowers from June through September, a flowering period of three to four months, one of the longest for the genus. It flowers on new growth, which explains its summer abundance. In favorable conditions, with full sun and cool soil, flowers follow one another in successive waves throughout the summer. This long flowering period makes it one of the most prized clematises for covering pergolas and fences with a long-lasting splash of colour.

Yes, the 'Polish Spirit' Clematis is a perfectly hardy climber, robust in the French climate, including in regions with cold winters. Belonging to the species Clematis viticella, it benefits from proven hardiness, with frost resistance down to very negative temperatures. No special winter protection is necessary in the vast majority of French regions. The plant loses its foliage in autumn (deciduous foliage) and grows back vigorously from the base in spring, especially if it has been cut back in late winter.

The Clematis 'Polish Spirit' belongs to size 3 group, the easiest to manage: it must be pruned severely every year, at the end of 'winter or at the very beginning of spring, ideally in February-March before the growing season. Cut all stems to about 20 to 30 cm from the ground, leaving two to three pairs of well-swollen buds. This radical pruning may seem harsh but it is essential: it stimulates abundant flowering on the new shoots of the 'year and prevents the base of the plant from becoming bare over time. Without this annual pruning, the plant 'becomes tangled and flowers less and less.

The Clematis 'Polish Spirit' requires full sun to produce abundant, high-quality flowers. However, it prefers its base to be kept cool and in the 'shade, thanks to thick mulch or groundcover plants at its base. It is ideal for covering a pergola, trellis, fence, arch, or even climbing up a large shrub or rose bush. Provide a sturdy support, as the 'Polish Spirit' is vigorous and can reach several meters in height in just a few seasons. It also does well in a large pot on a sunny terrace, provided it is 'watered regularly.

Yes, the Clematis 'Polish Spirit' is an excellent nectar-producing plant, highly prized by pollinators. Its large, open flowers from June to September provide easy access to nectar and pollen, attracting bees, bumblebees, and many species of butterflies throughout the 'summer. This clematis's long flowering period makes it a valuable link in a biodiversity-friendly garden. Paired with 'other nectar-producing plants (lavender, salvias, agastache), it helps maintain a thriving life in your garden throughout the warm season.

The Clematis 'Polish Spirit' can easily be grown in a pot on a sunny terrace or balcony, provided you follow a few rules. Choose a container of 'at least 30 to 40 litres to allow the roots to develop well, and provide a trellis or sturdy support for the plant to 'climb. Use a rich, well-draining potting mix enriched with compost. In a pot, the soil dries out faster than 'in the ground: monitor the 'watering regularly in summer and d'on't wait until the pot is completely dry to water.

Clematis 'Polish Spirit' pairs beautifully with climbing roses, a classic combination in which the clematis weaves its stems through the rose branches for a natural and spectacular effect. The deep purple of its flowers contrasts superbly with cream, white, or pale pink roses. It 'also pairs well with silver-foliaged shrubs such as eleagnus or buddleias, which highlight its colour.