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Among the varietal vines, the most attention of gardeners is attracted by species with an original structure or color of flowers. Clematis Venosa Violacea not only meets these parameters, but also belongs to undemanding healthy varieties. This representative of the buttercup family serves not only for vertical gardening, but also feels great as a groundcover.
Description Clematis Venosa Violacea
A beautiful variety was created by French breeders in 1883. It is not exactly known which varieties Lemoine and Son chose, but according to some assumptions, purple clematis (Clematis vitalba) and flowery (Clematis florida) became the parent species. Therefore, the flowers turned out to be very beautiful, interesting in their combination of a white background and purple veins. The originator of the variety is Lemoineet Fils, France. In the photo, clematis Venosa Violacea:
This variety belongs to the Vititsella clematis group, in which Clematis viticella or purple is used for breeding. Venosa Violacea is a weaving vine that can easily be held on vertical natural or artificial supports. Therefore, gardeners plant clematis not only near arches or arbors, but also near shrubs or specimen trees. The plant decorates them beautifully. In addition, it is often grown on balconies or terraces in large containers. Gives an excellent combination with plants with light foliage.
The length of the vine reaches 2-4 m. The length of the internodes on the shoots is from 12 to 20 cm. The leaves are pinnate, well kept by petioles for supports.
The flowers are solitary bicolor – purple streaks contrast against a white background. The petals are simple, 4-6 pieces in one flower, the shape of each resembles an ellipse with a pointed tip. Dark purple anthers are held on by creamy green threads. The diameter of one flower varies from 6 cm to 14 cm.
It has several names – “Violet Stargazer”, viticella “Venosa Violacea”, “Violet Star Gazer” (US), viticella “Violacea”.
Clematis Venosa Violacea pruning group
Clematis are divided into pruning groups. Venosa Violacea belongs to the 3rd group that is the easiest for gardeners to grow clematis. Such varieties bloom longer (up to 3 months) and later than others. After all, the ovaries of buds occur on the shoots of the current year, so flowering is pushed back. This characteristic affects the order of pruning clematis. For group 3, you need to completely cut out all the shoots, leaving stumps 1-2 buds high (about 15 cm). Varieties of the 3rd pruning group not only grow quickly, but also overgrow very quickly. If you neglect the rules of pruning, you can get a non-decorative tangled bush with a lot of shoots. Flowering in this case is significantly reduced. It’s easiest to prune Clematis Venosa Violacea in the fall to make it easier to winterize and shelter the plant.
Planting and care for clematis Venosa Violacea
Both measures should be carried out in accordance with the description of the clematis variety Venosa Violacea. It is not a novelty, so each item has been tested by gardeners in practice and experience.
Planting can be done in spring or autumn.
The variety will bloom well and develop only in a suitable place for it. Venosa Violacea loves the sun, lack of gusts of wind and stagnant moisture. The liana will like a place on the south, southeast or southwest side of the site.
If the groundwater is high enough, then you should form a mound for planting clematis or pick it up in the natural landscape.
Autumn planting can only be allowed in warm areas. Where the climate is cool, clematis should be planted only in spring.
The landing algorithm is identical, the difference is only at the last stage:
- Prepare a pit in the shape of a cube with sides of 60 cm.
- The first layer is drainage from verticulite, crushed stone or small stone.
- The next layer is prepared from a mixture of fertile soil, humus, sand, ash and superphosphate. Permissible acidity – from slightly alkaline to slightly acidic.
- The seedling is placed on the soil, covered, lightly tamped.
- It is permissible to leave the root neck at ground level or deepen no more than 5 cm.
- Water immediately, mulch the clematis and shade for a few days.
When planting in autumn, the plant is immediately covered. The distance between two Venosa Violacea vines must be at least 70 cm.
Care of the variety depends on the period of the year.
In spring, clematis is abundantly watered at least 1 time per week. The conditions that must be met are that water should not get on the leaves, the earth remains moist without drying out. As soon as the first sprouts appear, the first top dressing is applied with a complex mineral composition. The dose is calculated according to the instructions, as well as the time of the repeated procedure. It is important not to forget to mulch the root zone with a layer of 3-5 cm. Clematis is watered with lime milk at the end of spring, but if desired.
In summer, planting clematis from pots is allowed. The best time is August. Such seedlings are planted with a depth of 7 cm below ground level. Continue to regularly water and feed clematis.
Preparation for winter
Clematis varieties of the third pruning group tolerate winter well. Venosa Violacea winters well at -34 ° C, therefore, in the southern regions, gardeners do not cover plants. If you want to play it safe, then after pruning, dry peat (bucket) can be poured onto the tillering center and left until spring. Clematis is cut in October to a height of 20-30 cm. Peat and spruce branches are used for shelter. In the spring, the shelter must be removed, but gradually. This will protect the vine from sunburn.
Reproduction
The most popular and affordable methods of propagation of the Venosa Violacea variety are vegetative:
- dividing the bush;
- rooting layering;
- cuttings.
Division is best done in autumn, in September. After flowering, clematis will tolerate the reproduction operation well. Cuttings are chosen green, it is important not to take the apical part of the shoot, propagation by twigs is a favorite method of novice gardeners. It is very easy to perform and gives almost 100% result. At the same time, all the characteristics of the variety are fully preserved. A little more about cuttings:
Diseases and pests
Clematis varieties Venosa Violacea is susceptible to fungal diseases. Of these, Fusarium, powdery mildew, brown spotting, and wilting should be most feared. The reason for the spread of problems is high humidity. In order not to fight the disease, gardeners need to pay enough attention to prevention. Clematis can be treated with special preparations – fungicides, for example, “Fundazol”. Gardeners also use treatments and root watering with a solution of this remedy for preventive purposes. Insecticides are used against pests. The most common are spider mites, nematodes, snails or slugs. For the prevention against such pests, folk compositions are good.
Conclusion
Clematis Venosa Violacea is a very comfortable variety for gardeners. By performing a minimum list of agrotechnical measures, you can achieve an amazing decorative effect of the plant. Undemanding to growing conditions, lush flowering and disease resistance are the main advantages of clematis.