Clematis 'Mrs. N. Thompson' ~ Mrs N Thompson Clematis showy-plumes Insignificant flowers give way to

Insignificant flowers give way to small burgundy fruit

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Cornus florida is a host for Spring Azure butterfly and Cecropia Silkmoth

Aster novi-belgii Woods Blue 4zz

Its oval dark green leaves turn an attractive purple-red in fall

Clematis 'Mrs. N. Thompson' ~ Mrs N Thompson Clematis showy-plumes Insignificant flowers give way toClematis 'Mrs N Thompson' is a stunning early flowering clematis known for its striking bicolor flowers with deep violet purple petals and a bright crimson central bar on each petal. Blooms primarily in late spring to early summer on old wood, with potential for a lighter second flush in late summer. Type: Vine, Groundcover Height: 6' 9' Spread: 3 4' Spacing: 3 USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 9 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: Purple+Red Season of