Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel'

Also known as: Traveller's joy 'Doctor Ruppel'

Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' features large, vibrant bicolor flowers with deep pink petals and a striking central bar of pale mauve. These blossoms, up to 15-20 cm across, showcase creamy stamens that attract pollinators. Thriving in well-drained soil, clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' climbs vigorously in full sun to partial shade, adorning trellises and walls with its showy spring to early summer blooms.

Scientific classification

Buttercups, poppies and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

3 m

Plant Height

2 m

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' flourishes in humid conditions, requiring consistent hydration. Watering twice a week supports its health, although it can tolerate short dry spells. As an outdoor plant, it greatly benefits from rainwater, enhancing its growth cycle.

Fertilize: Fertilization of clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' should align with its size. Use nitrogen during growth and flowering, phosphate from bud appearance to bloom, and maintain potassium continuously. Apply a low concentration of fertilizer, and during dormancy, add organic matter to enrich the soil and protect roots from frost.

Pruning: Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' should be pruned before blooming or between late winter and early spring to enhance blooming and shape. Avoid excessive pruning in summer. Prune late-blooming varieties to one-third of height for new growth. Leaving thick branches encourages a longer blooming season and increased flowers yearly.

Propagation: Clematis 'Doctor Ruppel' can be propagated through semi-hardwood cuttings taken in the morning. Include leaves and a node for optimal rooting. Use a sterile tool, dip in rooting hormone, and plant in moist, well-draining mix. Provide indirect light and maintain consistent moisture until roots form.

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Common Pests & Diseases

Spots Black mold Leaf wilting Whole leaf withering Wounds Mealybug Dark blotch Scale insect Leaf yellowing Leaf tip withering Leaf drooping Yellow edges Aphid Leaf blotch Dark spots

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