Description

‘Viva Polonia’ is a new, easy-to-grow clematis with large red flowers, each graced with a white star in the center. Prefers average, well-drained but moist soil. Keep the roots cool. Clematis prefer their “feet in the shade, head in the sun.” (Shade with other plants, mulch or rocks.) This clematis blooms on both old and new wood To get the best performance and best appearance, cut it back to about 3′ in early spring. Plant in the ground or in a large container. Don’t forget to buy a trellis! Height: 4-6 ft. Spread: 2-3 ft. Family: Ranunculaceae Bloom time: early summer to late summer Sun: full sun to part shade Water: medium According to Rutgers University, Clematis are “occasionally severely damaged” by deer. photo credit: Proven Winners a Proven Winners plant