You can see the Clematis viticella genes in this beauty! Recurved magenta tepals surround a central crown of pale pink petals to give the appearance of double flowers. The blooms of Clematis 'Avant-Garde' are long lasting, giving plenty of summer colour. Like all viticella varieties, this hardy climber is tough and resilient, with a vigorous habit. Easy to prune at the end of the season by cutting stems down to just above ground level. This pruning method makes it the perfect choice for growing through mature shrubs and trees. Height: 240cm (94). Spread: 200cm (78). Pruning group 3.Plant height and spread is seasonal therefore we list by pot size rather than a defined plant size. The height and spread of the plant delivered will vary depending on the season, meaning arrival images are an indication only.