Clematis 'Dr. Ruppel' is a show-stopping variety with large, soft pink blooms marked by bold magenta central bars and sunny yellow stamens. Blooming heavily in spring with a possible encore in late summer, this climber adds vibrant vertical color to arbors, trellises, and containers with minimal effort.

Bloom Color: Light pink with deep magenta bars
Bloom Size: 6–8 inches wide
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer, with a possible fall rebloom
Mature Size: 6–12' tall x 3–4' wide
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Hardiness Zone: 4–9
Pruning Group: Group 2 (light prune after first bloom)
Support Needed: Yes – trellis, arbor, or fence
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist and well-drained
Great For: Trellises, containers, cottage gardens, pairing with roses