'Duchess of Albany' Clematis

(Clematis) 'Duchess of Albany' Clematis is a vigorous grower with 1-2" bell-shaped flowers. These unique flowers are fragrant and have light pink petals with darker magenta center bars. These petals form an upside-down bell-shaped flower. 'Duchess of Albany' is excellent for late summer color blooming from July through September. It can reach an impressive height of 8-12 feet tall so be sure to plant around a tall wall, trellis, or obelisk to support the plant. 'Duchess of Albany' Clematis is a part of prune group 3 which means it blooms on this season’s growth. It is recommended to cut back the plant in the late winter (February or March). You’ll want to make sure you leave a couple of sets of buds on each stem for the best results. Clematis are a great way to add vertical interest to the garden. Try pairing this clematis with other clematis varieties on the same trellis for a wall of color in the summer! Flower color may vary based on the environment.