‘Rouge Cardinal’ clematis is a highly prized perennial climbing plant, recognized for its large, velvety deep red flowers, highlighted by lighter stamens. Its rich and intense color creates a spectacular effect on a trellis, pergola, fence, or sunny to partially shaded wall.
Its abundant flowering extends from mid-summer to early autumn. It develops a vigorous vine with a well-branched habit, ideal for adding height and visual impact to the garden.
Easy to care for, ‘Rouge Cardinal’ clematis belongs to pruning group 3, which means it is cut back hard in spring. It prefers rich, fresh, and well-drained soils, with its base in shade and its head in the sun. It is generally unattractive to deer, an interesting asset for rural gardens in Quebec.
Botanical name: Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’
Type: Perennial climbing plant
Flowering: July to September
Color: Velvety cardinal red
Height: 2.5 to 3 m
Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Watering: Moderate
Soil: Rich, fresh, and well-drained
Hardiness: Zone 4
Pruning: Group 3 (hard prune in spring)
Assets: Intense flowering, easy maintenance, generally unattractive to deer
‘Rouge Cardinal’ clematis is ideal for those seeking a spectacular, hardy, and floriferous red climber, perfect for enlivening Quebec gardens.