Large-Flowered Clematis 'Piilu'
Regarded by many as one of the best clematis for containers ever, ‘Piilu’ is a vigorous large-flowered clematis of great interest. The first flush of flowers in late spring is usually double or semi-double, with the second in late summer being single. The flowers, 3-4 in. across (7-10 cm), are pale mauve-pink, each sepal with a broad rose bar paling towards their ruffled edges. They surround and pleasantly contrast with a central boss of creamy-white to pale yellow anthers. ‘Piilu’ is also noted for being one of the heaviest blooming Clematis. In cooler climates, this plant blooms non-stop from late spring through early fall. Freely produced, the flowers are so profuse that they obscure the foliage. Remaining dense and short, this prolific clematis is ideal for growing in containers but equally happy when grown in the ground or gracefully meandering over a trellis. ‘Piilu’ means ‘Little Duckling’ in Estonian.
As climbers, Clematis are unsurpassed in their long flowering presence, their rich diversity of flower shapes, and their wide array of colors and tolerances in terms of exposure and climate. It is no wonder they are so popular! From tree huggers to container varieties, there is a Clematis for every garden and flowers for almost every month of the year! Members of the Ranunculaceae family, they include more than 300 species and hundreds of hybrids. They create year after year a ravishing colorful show in the garden whether solely trained on walls, arbors, or trellises, or grown in association with other climbers. They are divided into 3 groups which determine how they should be pruned. Regular pruning of Clematis is important as it promotes strong growth and flowering as well as a harmonious plant. If left unpruned, Clematis can turn into a mass of tangled stems with a bare base and flowers well above eye level.
Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
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Climate Zones | 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Climbers |
Plant Family | Ranunculaceae |
Genus | Clematis |
Common names | Clematis |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
Hardiness |
3 - 9 |
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Climate Zones | 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Climbers |
Plant Family | Ranunculaceae |
Genus | Clematis |
Common names | Clematis |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall |
Height | 3' - 6' (90cm - 180cm) |
Spread | 3' - 4' (90cm - 120cm) |
Spacing | 36" - 48" (90cm - 120cm) |
Maintenance | Low |
Water Needs | Average |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Bees |
Garden Uses | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Beds And Borders, Patio And Containers, Small Gardens |
Garden Styles | Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard |
How many Clematis ‘Piilu’ (Early Large-Flowered Clematis) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Clematis ‘Piilu’ (Early Large-Flowered Clematis) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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