Hi Jared. I have Ruutel, Reiman and Marmori, all being short compact plants, so don't expect them to cover a big trellis. I don't know how familiar you are with clematis, though plant deeply and incorporate plenty of peat moss, they really appreciate a cool moist and deep root run.

This is Ruutel.

Terry

Hi
Thanks for your reply. I have Ville de Lyon and jacmanii, but am trying to establish a clematis on the south-east corner of our house. The roots are shaded but plenty of sun uptop.

I had another (tender) clematis there for two years, but lost it this winter. I lost a few perennials over this winter. Not surprising considering the weather.

I'll see how Ruutel does. I might look for more clematis in this Estonian line if it is successful.

Thanks again.

Sounds like you have a good location for planting some clemtis there on the southeast side of your home. I'm just finishing up planting a large number of plants against my house.

BTW, Jackmanii Superba and Vill de Lyon are two of my most favorite clematis.

Terry

Terry, just how short and compact is it?

It's a rather short growing clematis, maxing out at only five to six feet.

Update on Ruutel

She is really shooting up. Maybe I can hope for flowers this year!

Good to hear, do post photos when it blooms for you ...

Terry

She made it and is sending out shoots.

Jetred in Winnipeg

More good news there! ... now, just hope the weather warms up and stays that way!

Terry

Terry have you grown any of "The Prairie Series" - Chinook, Gazelle, Medley or Savannah?

I finally got seed of Chinook from a gardener in Ontario but have not seen these varieties here.

Here is a link that might be useful: Guernsey Clematis

I have not seen any of these available locally, but when I do, they might come home with me :)

Terry