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Clematis 'Vergilius'

Small, double, scented, bell-shaped, pale purple-pink flowers, darker outside than in. Named after the Roman poet and author Virgil.


Group: Atragene group
Fragrant: Yes
Approximate height:  3.0 - 4.0 metres
Raised by: Magnus Johnson
Country of origin: Sweden
Date raised:  1979
Parentage:  koreana var fragrans x 'Rosy O'Grady'
Further detail: Flower diameter: 6-7cm
Tepals: 5-6cm long, 1.8-2cm wide, lanceolate, tip somewhat recurved