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Purple clematis up close: MM & FOTD

Here’s a picture of beautiful purple clematis blossoms up close in July of last year.

Clematis vines do well in sunny locations with moist, well-drained soil. A thick layer of mulch over their roots helps keep them cool, which they prefer. Once mature, these plants can reach a height of 10 to 20 feet. There are nearly 300 species of clematis. The distinctive blossoms of clematis come in a wide variety of colors, including white, yellow, pink, purple, blue, green, and bi-color.

Macro Monday (MM)

Flower of the Day (FOTD)

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Centered in Bend, Oregon, my blog branches out into nature, history, and art-related topics.

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