Italian leather flower 'Kermesina' (Clematis 'Kermesina')

Italian leather flower 'Kermesina'

Also known as: Purple clematis 'Kermesina'

Italian leather flower 'Kermesina' is a popular clematis with ruby-red flowers. It was first created in France in 1883. By contrast, the parent plant has much less bold, bluish-purple flowers. Flowers bloom in midsummer and this clematis thrives in full sunlight or partial shade.

Scientific classification

Buttercups, poppies and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Italian leather flower 'Kermesina'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Italian leather flower 'Kermesina' thrives in a moist environment but requires proper drainage to prevent root rot. Check soil moisture with your finger; water thoroughly if dry. Watering needs increase in spring, and ensure excess water is removed from saucers to maintain healthy conditions.

Fertilize: Fertilization of italian leather flower 'Kermesina' should align with its size. During growth and after flowering, apply nitrogen; during bud formation to bloom, use phosphate; potassium is essential year-round. Use low concentration fertilizers and supplement with organic materials during dormancy for improved nutrient levels.

Pruning: Prune italian leather flower 'Kermesina' before flowering or in late winter to early spring. Remove weak branches and selectively cut some healthy ones for better blooms. Heavy pruning stimulates new growth; for late blooms, reduce size by one-third. Half of the branches can be pruned, promoting longer blooming seasons.

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