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Clematis Proteus

Large flowered variety that blooms in May, June, and September.
Flowers 15-20 cm (6-8"). Mauve - Pink
Proteus blooms are showy dahlia like ruffled double flowers in early spring, and tends to bloom single later in the season.

Photos of this plant

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Reminders for this plant

Due about 6 years ago:

2. light prune in late winter or early spring (february) and after the first flush of flowers in early summer.

Group 2. Remove dead or weak stems before growth begins. Check individual stems from the top down until you reach a pair of healthy buds, and prune just above them, removing the spindly or damaged growth above