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Clematis 'Torleif'

Large violet flowers with purple anthers. Named after one of Magnus Johnson's grandsons.


Group: Late large-flowered group
Approximate height:  3.0 - 4.0 metres
Flowering period(s):  Jul Aug Sep
Aspect: Any aspect
Pruning: Hard prune (Group 3)
Raised by: Magnus Johnson
Country of origin: Sweden
Date raised:  1952
Parentage:  Seedling of 'Prins Hendrik'
Further detail: Flower diameter: 12-15cm
Tepals: (5)6(7), 7cm long, 3.5cm wide
Leaves: ternate or 2 - 3 lobed