Clematis Sparkler

New Fretwell alert! Collectors of Barry Fretwell's hybridizations can tell you just how special these plants truly are. A British plant genius and renowned Clematarian, Mr. Fretwell has produced some of our favorite varieties. We're excited to offer first availability of a new cultivar to customers of Spring Hill Nursery.Classic with a twist, Sparkler is a spotless white Clematis with extra sepals, each elongated and tipped with a pretty point. This Fretwell's lush, medium-green foliage is a perfect foil to its bright flowers. You'll love its multicolored center, reminiscent of a bursting firework. Plant this Clematis on a trellis or allow it to twine through the branches of a woody shrub, such as a lilac. Or, plant this wonderfully adaptable Clematis in a container. Plant Sparkler along other white Clematis for an all-white display, or match it with red flowers to highlight its feisty center coloring. Deadhead early flowers to allow for a longer summertime fireworks show. Clematis 'Sparkler' In our EZ Pruning Guide, this variety is in the YELLOW pruning category. It blooms best on old vine. Use caution when pruning to retain healthy stems from last season for best flowering.