Rebecca™ Evipo016 (N)

Guernsey Approved Clematis

The following varieties are suitable for the garden. They are reliable, easy to grow and multi-blooming, usually over a long period.

The Guernsey Clematis Nursery has bred and introduced these varieties over a few years. They have proved to be a good addition to any garden.

Rebecca™ Evipo016 (N)

The Chelsea feature for 2008 and named after Raymond Evison’s eldest daughter. Clematis Rebecca has very large stunningly, bright red (almost scarlet) spring flowers, some 6-7 inches (15 -18cm) in diameter, offset by creamy/yellow anthers. It is exceptionally free-flowering and the plant is covered with nicely shaped full flowers with overlapping sepals. It has a good repeat flowering habit. This clematis is ideal for growing through other wall trained tree or shrubs. Due to its deep colour, it contrasts well with grey foliage shrubs.

Flowering	early - late summer
Zone	4-9
Height	2 - 2.5m (8ft)
Pruning	2

Planting Instructions

Clematis grown in containers are a beautiful way to add height to a patio or courtyard garden. Choose a container 18" (45cm) approx. diameter for a single clematis plant plus support. For larger containers consider planting two or more plants per container. When choosing a container, Terracotta or wood are the best materials.

Alternatively, choose a host plant and dig a hole about 18 inches (45cm) deep.

Bury the clematis root crown 2.5" (5cm) below soil surface.
Loosen out the clematis roots prior to planting.
Use loam based compost such as John Innes No. 3 or well-rotted garden compost.
To aid drainage provide a layer of small stones or pea gravel at the bottom of the hole/container.
Finally, plant low growing plants at the base of the clematis to provide shade for the roots.