Clematis Clematis Reflections = 'Evipo035' (LL)
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ABOUT
Clematis Reflections, often known simply as Clematis, is a striking flowering plant featuring an abundance of large, showy blossoms. The flowers present themselves with a sumptuous display of overlapping petals that exude a regal charm. These petals are a gorgeous shade of purple, with a velvety texture that invites the touch. Toward the center, the petals lighten to a softer mauve, adding depth and intrigue to each bloom. Each individual flower is a considerable attraction, made more pronounced by the contrasting creamy-yellow stamens that nestle at the heart. These prominent stamens provide a delightful contrast to the purple petals, making the colors pop and lending an air of sophistication to the overall appearance of the plant. The foliage of Clematis Reflections provides a lush backdrop for its floral show. The leaves are typically green, with a glossy finish that shimmers in the sunlight. The leaves are arranged on twisting stems that allow the plant to climb and sprawl, often creating a cascading effect as they intertwine with structures, supporting each other and showcasing the flowers prominently. Throughout its blooming season, Clematis Reflections can become a focal point in any garden, delivering a continuous array of blooms that transition from bud to full flower, each stage presenting its own unique beauty. With its dramatic coloration and elegant form, this plant is a true reflection of horticultural splendor, captivating the attention of onlookers and enhancing the visual appeal of its surroundings.
About this plant
NamesSynonyms
Clematis 'Reflections', Reflections Clematis.
Common names
Clematis Reflections 'Evipo035' (LL).
ToxicityTo humans
Clematis, including the Clematis Reflections variety, can be toxic to humans if ingested, causing symptoms such as mouth pain, digestive upset, vomiting, and diarrhea. Skin contact with the plant's sap may cause irritation or dermatitis in sensitive individuals.
To pets
Clematis, including the Clematis Reflections variety, is also toxic to pets. If ingested by animals, symptoms may include excessive drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, symptoms of poisoning could escalate to lethargy or tremors. Pet owners should seek veterinary care if their pet ingests this plant.
CharacteristicsLife cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Purple
Height
6 feet (1.8 meters)
Spread
3 feet (0.9 meters)
Plant type
Climber
Hardiness zones
4
Native area
Garden Origin
Benefits
General Benefits- Ornamental Appeal: Clematis 'Reflections' features large, vibrant flowers that add beauty to any garden or landscape.
- Vertical Interest: As a climbing vine, it can be trained to grow up trellises, walls, or fences, creating dynamic vertical elements.
- Seasonal Color: It blooms profusely in late spring to early summer, providing seasonal color and interest.
- Compact Growth: With its controlled growth habit, it's suitable for smaller spaces and containers.
- Diverse Planting Options: It can be planted in the ground or in pots, making it versatile for various garden designs.
- Easy Pruning: Simple pruning requirements ensure that even novice gardeners can maintain its shape and vigor.
- Attracts Pollinators: The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies, promoting biodiversity.
- Provides Privacy: When grown on structures, it can create a natural privacy screen.
- Minimal Pest Issues: Generally resistant to common pests, reducing the need for chemical treatments.
- Long-lived Perennial: As a perennial plant, it can provide enjoyment for several years with proper care.
Medical PropertiesThis plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying QualitiesThis plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses- Creative photography backdrops: The Clematis 'Reflections' can serve as a beautiful and unique background for portrait or macro photography, allowing for creative compositions.
- Educational tool: Horticulture students could study the growth habit and bloom patterns of the Clematis 'Reflections' as part of their botany or gardening curriculum.
- Insect habitat: While not intentionally planted for this, the vine can provide refuge and breeding grounds for beneficial insects such as ladybugs and lacewings.
- Nature-inspired art: Artists could use the Clematis 'Reflections' as a model or inspiration for paintings, drawings, or sculptures.
- Team-building exercises: Gardening companies could use the planting and care of the Clematis 'Reflections' as part of a team-building exercise to foster cooperation and communication among employees.
- Motivational settings: The beautiful flowers of the Clematis 'Reflections' can be utilized in office spaces or educational environments to provide a natural aesthetic that may enhance motivation and well-being.
- Landscape photography: Its vivid blooms and climbing nature make it a compelling subject for photographers specializing in landscapes and garden environments.
- Fashion inspiration: The color and form of the Clematis 'Reflections' blooms can inspire designs in the fashion industry, from print patterns to color palettes.
- Seasonal celebrations: The vine's flowers can be incorporated into events and celebrations that take place during its blooming season, such as spring festivals or garden parties.
- Poetry and prose: The striking appearance and lifecycle of the Clematis 'Reflections' can serve as a metaphor or motif in literary works, inspiring writers to capture its essence in their storytelling.
Interesting Facts
Feng ShuiThe Clematis is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign CompitabilityThe Clematis is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism- Intelligence: Clematis plants are sometimes associated with mental acuity due to their intricate and complex structure, which reflects the beauty of an astute and sharp mind.
- Ingeniousness: The ability of the Clematis to climb and adapt to its environment symbolizes inventive and original thinking, much like an inventor or designer.
- Artistic Inspiration: The elegant blossoms of the Clematis can represent creativity and the flow of artistic expression, often inspiring poets and artists alike.
- Spiritual Ascension: As a climbing vine, Clematis can suggest spiritual growth and the striving for higher planes of consciousness.
- Perseverance: Clematis’s ability to cling onto surfaces and climb against gravity is seen as a metaphor for persistence and determination in the face of challenges.
WaterClematis 'Reflections' requires a consistent watering schedule to ensure the soil is evenly moist but not waterlogged. During the growing season, it should be watered about once a week, depending on climate conditions, with roughly one gallon of water per plant. In hot and dry periods, you may need to water more frequently, but it's important to ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot. During winter, when the plant is dormant, reduce watering but do not allow the soil to completely dry out. It's best to water deeply and infrequently rather than shallow and often, to encourage strong root growth.
LightClematis 'Reflections' thrives best in a position where it can receive at least six hours of sunlight per day, ideally in the morning with some afternoon shade in hotter climates. It can benefit from bright indirect light during the hottest part of the day to prevent the foliage from scorching. A spot with morning sun and afternoon partial shade is often considered ideal for this variety of clematis.
TemperatureClematis 'Reflections' prefers temperate conditions and is hardy in a range of climates. It can typically withstand winter temperatures down to about 20°F and can thrive in maximum temperatures of around 85°F. The ideal growing temperature for this plant is between 55°F and 75°F, which provides a moderate climate for optimal growth.
PruningClematis 'Reflections' should be pruned to encourage vigorous growth and optimal flowering. It is in pruning group 3, meaning it flowers on the current year’s growth, so pruning should be done in late winter or early spring. Remove dead or weak stems before growth begins, cutting back to a pair of strong buds about a foot above ground level. This will help stimulate new growth and result in more flowers during the blooming season.
CleaningAs needed
SoilClematis, including 'Reflections', thrives in well-draining, moisture-retentive soil with a pH of around 6.5 to 7. It benefits from a mix of loamy garden soil, compost, and well-rotted manure or a balanced potting mix with added perlite for drainage.
RepottingClematis 'Reflections' generally should be repotted every 2-3 years, or when it outgrows its current container, to encourage healthy growth and maintain soil fertility.
Humidity & MistingClematis 'Reflections' prefers a moderate humidity level but is quite adaptable; strive for a humidity level similar to the outdoor environment, as too high humidity can encourage fungal diseases.
Suitable locationsIndoor
Provide Clematis 'Reflections' ample light and support for climbing indoors.
Outdoor
Plant Clematis 'Reflections' in fertile soil, provide support, and ensure full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness zone
4-9 USDA
Life cycleClematis 'Reflections' begins its life cycle as a seed or more commonly from a cutting or young nursery plant. It initially puts forth roots and a shoot system during its juvenile stage, which, upon reaching maturity, develops into a complex vine with leaves. The plant enters a vegetative growth phase where it focuses energy on developing a robust stem and foliage system. In the flowering stage, typically in late spring to early summer, Clematis 'Reflections' produces large, prominent flowers, often in shades of pink or purple, which attract pollinators for sexual reproduction. After pollination, the flowers develop into seed heads that release seeds when mature, thereby completing the reproductive cycle. Throughout its life, the plant undergoes periods of growth and dormancy, with the above-ground portion dying back in winter in cooler climates and re-emerging from the crown in the spring.
PropogationPropogation time
Spring to Summer
Clematis Reflections, known as 'Evipo035' (LL), is best propagated in late winter or early spring when the plant is not actively growing. The most popular method of propagation for this Clematis is by semi-hardwood cuttings. To do this, select a healthy stem from the current year's growth that has begun to mature but is not yet overly woody. Cut a 4 to 6-inch (approximately 10 to 15 centimeters) long section of stem, making sure there are at least two sets of leaves or leaf buds. Remove the leaves from the bottom half of the cutting, and dip the cut end into a rooting hormone to encourage root development. The cutting should then be placed in a pot filled with a mix of peat and perlite and kept at a consistent temperature of 64 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit (approximately 18 to 24 degrees Celsius) with high humidity and indirect light. Roots typically form within 6 to 8 weeks, after which the new plant can be transitioned to a larger container or directly into the garden.
