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Clematis 'Pillu' AKA 'Little Duckling'

Dreamdrop Gardens

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Experience the sophisticated beauty of Briar Beauty, an exquisitely compact clematis flowering vine that blooms in an abundance of striking pink flowers from June to September. It adds a classic touch to any garden with its vivid color and dramatic growth of 4’. Prune group 2 for optimal results.

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Plant Info & Tips

Detailed Info

Variety Name Piilu
Little Duckling
Spring Phoenix
Hardiness Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9,
Sunlight Exposure Full Sun, Part Sun,
Prune Group 2
3
Height 6 ft
Spread 1 ft
Flower Size 5 in
Fragrance None
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Autumn,
Spacing 2 ft
Visual Features Climbing
Flowering
Double Bloom
Semi Double Bloom
Attracts Bees and Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Drought Tolerance Important
Your clematis is drought tolerant. However, it will not be able to flower during periods of extreme drought. You will see the plant struggle and lose leaves. When the weather cools down, the plant will revive.
Being a Type 2 clematis, your clematis will flower again in 3-4 weeks.
Toxicity Clematis is toxic to humans and animals when consumed. Usually, they are left untouched by animals. Our cats have always played safe around them.

Variety Specific Tips & Tricks

Piilu is most loved for its double blooms. To maximize double blooms, treat this clematis as a Type 1 and allow branches to age. The older branches tend to get double blooms more than the newer softwood branches. Fertilize well. If you do not see double blooms the first year, do not worry. Due to shipping and being planted in a new environment, stress may reduce the likelihood of double blooms the first year.

Beginners Care Guide

Step 1

Where to Plant

Clematis like rich, organic, and cool soil. Plant in a location where the roots are shaded and the plant has something to climb. If your location gets too much sun, cover your clematis roots with mulch or partner plants to help shade the roots.

Step 2

Watering

Clematis love water but they don't like being flooded. Water your clematis once the soil is dry and during heat waves. But do not over-water as it will lead to fungal disease. Assure good drainage and add partner plants to help absorb excess water. If you get strong heat waves, add mulch to prevent water from evaporating.

Step 3

Pruning

Pruning technique is key to maximize the number of flowers on your clematis and keep it blooming throughout summer.

Your Prune Group:

  • 2
  • 3
Read the Pruning Guide

Step 4

Fertilizing

Fertilizing is the secret ingredient to thousands of blooms. Clematis need regular fertilizer to keep them going. You can opt for liquid fertilizer which will need to be applied once a month during the growth season or slow release solid fertilizer, that will feed your plant through the seasons.

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