Ernest Markham Clematis
Clematis 'Ernest Markham'

• Botanical Name:  Clematis 'Ernest Markham'
• Common Name:  Ernest Markham Clematis
• Light Requirements:  Full Sun
• Native: No
• Deer Resistant:   No
• Drought Tolerant:   No
• Pollinator Friendly:   No
• Mature Height:  
• Bloom Colors:   Red
• Fall Colors:   N/A

Ernest Markham produces spectacular, rich magenta flowers from mid-summer to early autumn, offering a bold splash of color. This vigorous climber can reach up to 12 feet and is part of pruning group 3, requiring a heavy prune in late winter or early spring. It's known for its large, open blooms and for attracting bees and butterflies. This clematis prefers full sun but appreciates cool roots, making it ideal for planting near other plants or with a mulch layer. It's a great choice for those seeking late-season color with minimal care.