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Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis) – climbing plant with abundant deep violet flowers

Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis) – climbing plant with abundant deep violet flowers

Purple flowering climber

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Diamètre : 9 cm · Hauteur : 35 cm
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Clematis 'Polish Spirit': a profusion of single, intense violet-purple flowers with dark stamens from July to October

Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit') is an abundantly flowering climbing plant, ideal for quickly covering a wall, fence, trellis or pergola. An exceptional, robust and virtually indestructible Viticella clematis, it produces hundreds of flowers until the first frosts and is remarkably resistant to wilt. Available in a multipack, it is offered here as vigorous young plants: depending on the option you choose, you will receive 4 or 6 plants.

  • Flowering: a profusion of single, intense violet-purple flowers with dark stamens, from July to October
  • Foliage: deciduous, fresh green, discreetly fading in winter to reveal the woody climbing stems
  • Position: full sun to partial shade, with the base in shade and the top in sun for best results
  • Hardiness: hardy down to -20°C, it withstands French winters without protection
  • Uses: wall, fence, trellis, pergola, arch, or large container on a patio with a support
  • Packaging: multipack of 4 or 6 'Polish Spirit' clematis plants, Ø9 cm pot, approximately 35 cm tall, ready to plant and climb in their first season

Sourced directly from our partner growers, these young 'Polish Spirit' clematis plants establish easily and soon reward you with generous, colorful blooms.

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Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis) – climbing plant with abundant deep violet flowers

Propriétés des plantes

Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis)


Exposition
Sun to partial shade
Eau
Regular
Difficulté de culture
Easy
Toxicité animaux
Toxic (cats, dogs)
Rusticité
Down to -20°C
Hauteur à maturité
3 to 4 meters
Sol
Rich, fresh, well-drained, humus-rich
Rempotage
In a pot: replace the top 5 cm of potting soil each spring
Fertilisation
For potted plants: a potash-rich liquid fertilizer from spring to late summer
Distance de plantation
About 1 meter
Plante à protéger du gel
No
Type de climat
Tempered
Nom latin
Clematis 'Polish Spirit'
Noms communs
Clematis
Famille botanique
Ranunculaceae
Origine
Horticultural hybrid, Brother Stefan Franczak, Poland (1984)
Port
Climbing
Forme du feuillage
Penne pasta dish
Couleur du feuillage
Green
Couleur de floraison
Deep purple with a lighter central stripe, dark red anthers
Mois de floraison
July to October
Feuillage
Null and void
Parfumé
No
Mellifère
No
Usage
Trellis, pergola, fence, gazebo
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis) – climbing plant with abundant deep violet flowers

Does the Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' flower in its first year after planting?

Delivered as a well-established 9 cm pot-grown plant, the Viticella 'Polish Spirit' clematis may produce its first flowers in the same season it is planted, provided it receives the right exposure and watering. However, the display becomes more abundant in the second and third years as the plant fills out: this is typical of clematis, which become more spectacular each year. Flowering lasts from July to October.

How tall can the Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' grow at maturity?

Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' reaches 3 to 4 metres at maturity, making it ideal for a fence, trellis, pergola or arch. Growth is rapid once the plant is established: expect 1 to 1.5 m of growth per season in favourable conditions. Provide a sturdy support from the time of planting.

Can Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' be grown in a pot on a balcony or terrace?

Yes, the young Ø9 cm size is well suited to starting off in a pot. Eventually, choose a container of at least 30 to 40 litres per plant, a rich, well-draining potting mix, and install a support (trellis, obelisk, or netting) at planting. In a pot, watering is more frequent than in the ground, and a fertiliser for flowering plants from March to September supports blooming. Keep the pot in the shade, with the top of the plant in the sun.

How to prune Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' without losing its flowers?

Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' belongs to pruning group 3, the simplest: it flowers only on new growth. At the end of winter, cut all stems back to 30 to 50 cm above the ground, above a pair of vigorous buds. The plant starts again each spring with an even more generous flowering; no fear of doing it wrong.

Which plants should be paired with the Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' in the garden?

The Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' pairs particularly well with climbing roses, with which it shares supports and fills in gaps in their flowering. Its intense purple-crimson colour harmonises with lavender, ornamental sage and hardy geraniums at the foot of a wall. To protect the base from the heat, plant a discreet ground cover (such as lady's mantle or heuchera) or grow it over a lightly flowering shrub, which it will dress with colour without outcompeting.

When to plant Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' in the ground?

The ideal planting time is in spring (March to May) or autumn (September to October), avoiding frost and heatwaves. In practice, potted plants can be planted all year round as long as the soil is neither frozen nor scorching. Planting in autumn, when the soil is still warm, encourages root establishment before winter and promotes more abundant flowering the following spring. Remember to bury the crown 5 cm deep when planting.

Is Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' resistant to clematis wilt?

Clematis wilt, caused by the fungus Phoma clematidina, is the main disease affecting the genus. Proper planting greatly reduces the risk: bury the crown about 5 cm below the surface, so that in the event of an attack, the underground buds allow the plant to grow back the following season. Well-drained soil and watering at the base (without wetting the foliage) also limit problems. As a Viticella group clematis, this variety is renowned for its particularly high natural resistance to wilt.

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The essentials about Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis) – climbing plant with abundant deep violet flowers

Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit'): characteristics and benefits

The Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' (Clematis viticella 'Polish Spirit') is one of the most prolific clematis of the genus. An exceptional Viticella clematis, robust and resilient, it produces hundreds of flowers until the frosts and is remarkably resistant to wilting. Its flowering, an abundance of intense purple-violet single flowers with dark stamens, unfolds from July to October.

Where to plant the Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit'? Exposure and hardiness

The Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' is preferably planted in full sun or partial shade, with at least 5 to 6 hours of light per day. The golden rule of clematis applies: the head in the sun, the base in the shade. A thick mulch or a low-growing plant protects the roots from the summer heat, while the rootstock, hardy down to -20 °C, survives the winter without protection. Discover our full selection of climbing plants coming directly from our partner growers.

How to care for the Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit'?

  • Soil: fresh, rich and well-drained. Amend with compost and bury the crown by 5 cm when planting. Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
  • Watering: regular during the first season, then reduced once the plant is established. In a pot, water as soon as the surface of the substrate dries.
  • Pruning: group 3, cut all stems back to 30-50 cm at the end of winter.
  • Support: install a trellis, wire mesh or arch at planting; the clematis climbs by wrapping its petioles around thin supports.

Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' in the garden: flowering, foliage and associations

As the season progresses, the Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' becomes covered in intense purple-violet flowers that catch the eye throughout the summer. Its deciduous, plain green foliage densely covers the support before revealing the woody stems in winter. Its vigorous growth makes it perfect for quickly covering a large support.

Buy the Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' at Plant and Stories

Plant and Stories offers the Clematis Viticella 'Polish Spirit' as young plants, in Ø9 cm pots, approximately 35 cm tall, coming directly from our partner growers. Available in packs of 4 or 6 plants, it is easy to plant and quickly rewards with generous flowering. Add it to your basket and give your garden several months of colour.

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