Clematis Fuyu-No-Tabi

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A lovely example of a Japanese Clematis, Fuyu-no-tabi opens in early spring with upward-facing, butterfly-like blooms in creamy white that matures to a soft paper white color. Fuyu-no-tabi's name means "travel by winter," indicating its arrival just after spring begins. For the collector of Japanese Clematis—or any lover of soft white flowers—Fuyu-no-tabi is simply a must-have. Its blooms are open and upward facing, in classic disc shape with unique accents. As you get to know Fuyu-no-tabi, you'll love its ruffled edges and soft red center. A reliable Clematis, this Japanese variety exudes elegance in the middle of a border or bed. It also works well as a climber attached to lilac or viburnum—use these woody bushes as a natural archway, and enjoy these soft flowers appearing through their foliage. Deadhead this Clematis to encourage reblooming, and trim it back when the flowers begin to wane. Clematis 'Fuyu-no-tabi' 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.

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