Clematis Palette Clematis Palette = 'Evipo034' (PBR) (Vt)
ABOUT
Clematis Palette, known for its captivating beauty, is a striking flowering vine that showcases a bounty of large, showy flowers. The blooms of this clematis variety possess an impressive palette of colors, often featuring shades ranging from pale pink to deep purples with a satiny sheen. The petals are broad, slightly overlapping, and can exhibit a gradient effect that intensifies from the margin towards the center. At the heart of each flower, a tuft of contrasting stamens, usually a creamy yellow or white, provides a dramatic focal point. The foliage of Clematis Palette is equally attractive, with bright green, leathery leaves that offer a lush backdrop to the vibrant floral display. The leaves are composed of leaflets, typically three, that emerge from a central point and create an elegant, trifoliate pattern. This clematis variety is known for its extended blooming period, often gracing gardens with its charming flowers throughout the summer and into early autumn, presenting a dynamic and continuously evolving spectacle.
About this plant
- Names
Family
Ranunculaceae.
Synonyms
Clematis Palette, Viticella Clematis, Evisun.
Common names
Clematis Palette = 'Evipo034' (PBR) (Vt).
- Toxicity
To humans
Clematis, including the variety known as Clematis Palette 'Evipo034' (PBR) (Vt), can be toxic to humans. All parts of clematis plants contain compounds that can cause an adverse reaction if ingested. Symptoms of clematis poisoning typically include irritation in the mouth and throat, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and in more severe cases, symptoms could progress to salivation, mouth ulcers, or difficulty swallowing. Contact with the sap may also cause skin irritation in some individuals. It is essential to handle clematis with care and ensure that no part of the plant is ingested.
To pets
Clematis, including the variety known as Clematis Palette 'Evipo034' (PBR) (Vt), can be toxic to pets. When ingested, the plant can cause similar symptoms in pets as it does in humans. Symptoms of poisoning in pets may include drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and possible weakness. In severe cases, ingestion can lead to more serious symptoms such as trembling, seizures, or even death. It is crucial to prevent pets from chewing on or ingesting any part of a clematis plant. If you suspect your pet has ingested clematis, it is important to seek veterinary care immediately.
- Characteristics
Life cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Mixed
Height
6-7 feet (1.8-2.1 meters)
Spread
2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters)
Plant type
Climber
Hardiness zones
4
Native area
Europe
Benefits
- General Benefits
- Aesthetic Appeal: The Clematis Palette adds beauty to gardens with its visually striking flowers that come in a range of colors depending on the variety.
- Versatility: This clematis can be grown on trellises, fences, walls, or even allowed to scramble through other plants, adding versatility to garden designs.
- Extended Blooming Period: The plant typically enjoys a long blooming season, offering colorful displays for an extended period compared to some other plants.
- Attracts Pollinators: The flowers attract beneficial insects such as bees and butterflies, which are essential for pollination and maintaining a healthy ecosystem.
- Easy Pruning: Group 3 pruning category means that it’s fairly straightforward to prune, as it blooms on the current year’s growth and can be cut back hard at the end of winter.
- Compact Growth: Its compact growth habit makes it suitable for growing in smaller spaces and containers, where a full-size clematis might be too large.
- Hardy Plant: It is relatively hardy and, once established, can handle periods of drought.
- Low Maintenance: Requires minimal care beyond the initial training and annual pruning, making it ideal for gardeners of all skill levels.
- Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
- Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
- Other Uses
- Clematis 'Evipo034' can be trained to grow on mailboxes or lamp posts, adding a touch of whimsy and color to practical structures around the home.
- This variety of Clematis can be used in cut flower arrangements; their long stems and vibrant flowers can make a dramatic statement in a vase.
- The plant can serve as a living screen or privacy barrier when grown on trellises or fences in close proximity.
- Clematis 'Evipo034' could be grown in a container with a small trellis on balconies or patios for those who live in apartments or have limited space.
- This Clematis can be used as part of a thematic garden, such as a Victorian garden or a purple-themed garden, due to its distinctive flowers.
- It can be incorporated into a sensory garden, providing visual interest as well as a subtle fragrance that can be enjoyable for visitors.
- The vines can be creatively woven into garden sculptures or frames to form living art pieces within a landscape design.
- In crafting, the dried seed heads of Clematis 'Evipo034' can be used to create unique natural decorations or as part of wreaths.
- This Clematis can be paired with climbing roses to create a multi-layered floral display on archways or pergolas.
- It can be used in educational gardens to illustrate plant growth habits, specifically vining and climbing, to students and gardening enthusiasts.
Interesting Facts
- Feng Shui
The Clematis is not used in Feng Shui practice.
- Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Clematis is not used in astrology practice.
- Plant Symbolism
- Intelligence and Mental Acuity: Clematis, often known as the "Queen of the Vines," symbolizes ingenuity due to its intricate and clever climbing ability. 'Evipo034' (PBR) is no exception, encouraging us to reach new intellectual heights.
- Ingeniousness and Creativity: This cultivar, with its vibrant and versatile flowers, is often associated with creativity and the continuous quest for artistic expression.
- Spiritual Pursuit: Clematis can represent a person's aspiration to reach higher spiritual levels, reflecting the plant's growth towards the heavens.
- Beauty and Aesthetics: The stunning appearance of the 'Evipo034' (PBR) variety of clematis embodies beauty, reminding us to appreciate the attractiveness in our surroundings.
- Water
The Clematis 'Palette' needs regular watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. During the growing season, water the plant thoroughly, using about 1 gallon per week, depending on weather conditions. Decrease watering in the fall and winter when the plant is dormant. It’s best to water the plant early in the morning or late in the afternoon to reduce evaporation. Always check the top inch of the soil before watering; if it feels dry, it's time to water.
- Light
The Clematis 'Palette' thrives in conditions where it receives about six hours of sunlight daily, making it suitable for a spot that offers partial shade to full sun. The ideal location would be one where the roots are shaded, possibly by other low-growing plants or a mulch layer, but the foliage and flowers can bask in the sun.
- Temperature
The Clematis 'Palette' performs well in a range of temperatures but is best suited to conditions that don’t typically drop below 25 degrees Fahrenheit or exceed 80 degrees Fahrenheit. This vine prefers moderate conditions and should be protected from extreme cold and hot temperatures to prevent damage.
- Pruning
Prune the Clematis 'Palette' to encourage strong growth and flowering. It's classified as Group 2, meaning it should be lightly pruned in late winter or early spring. Remove any dead or weak stems, and cut back stems to just above a pair of healthy buds. Repeat after the early bloom to shape the vine and promote a second flush of flowers.
- Cleaning
As needed
- Soil
For Clematis 'Palette', a well-draining, moisture-retentive soil mix with compost is optimal. The best pH for this clematis is slightly alkaline to neutral, around 7.0-7.5.
- Repotting
Clematis 'Palette' generally needs repotting every 2-3 years to refresh the soil and give roots space.
- Humidity & Misting
Clematis 'Palette' is best suited to outdoor humidity levels, thriving in the ambient moisture of a garden environment.
- Suitable locations
Indoor
Provide strong support, bright indirect light, and cool roots.
Outdoor
Plant in sun/part-shade, with shaded roots and a climbing support.
Hardiness zone
4-9 USDA.
- Life cycle
The Clematis Palette, also known as 'Evipo034' (PBR) or 'Palette Clematis', starts its life cycle as a seed or more commonly from nursery-grown cuttings, initiating a vegetative stage characterized by root development and leaf formation. As the plant matures, it enters the vine growth phase, where it develops long, climbing stems with leaves, using surrounding structures or support to gain height and access to sunlight. The Clematis Palette then reaches its flowering state, which typically occurs in late spring to early summer, producing vibrant, multi-colored petals that can bloom repeatedly until early fall. After pollination, if it occurs, seed heads may form, which if conditions allow, can disperse to produce new plants, continuing the cycle. In the dormant phase during late fall to winter, growth slows down or ceases, and the plant may lose leaves as it conserves energy for the next growing season. With the return of warmer weather, the clematis resumes growth, completing the life cycle and beginning it anew.
- Propogation
Propogation time
Spring-Early Summer
Propogation: The Clematis 'Palette', a patented cultivar known for its vibrant flowers, is usually propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings. The optimal time for taking cuttings is in the early summer when new growth is semi-ripe and still flexible. To propagate, one would take a cutting of about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) long, ensuring there are at least two sets of leaves or nodes. After cutting just below a node, the lower leaves are removed and the base of the cutting is dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. Then, the cutting is placed in a pot filled with a well-drained potting mix or perlite and kept moist and warm, ideally around 70 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit (21 to 24 degrees Celsius), under indirect sunlight. Roots usually develop within a few weeks to months, after which the new Clematis 'Palette' can be transplanted into the garden.