Typical clematis care is recommended, with cool, well-mulched roots and hot, sunny foliage. This clematis also tolerates partial shade and is happy to ramble through the edge of the woods. In the '93 May issue of Wildlife in North Carolina , Kim wrote an article on how to attract butterflies to your gardens. As long as you are aware of their basic needs, butterflies can be enticed to visit your gardens, no matter how small your garden space is. As we create gardens for butterflies, we realize the essential importance of all insects.
New foliage pushes out lime green with a hint of burgundy brown between the veins.
The foliage matures to medium green with rich chocolately tones. If you do, they will reward you with lush multi-stems topped with giant leaves that glow in the low rays of sunrise and sunset. A real show-stopper. When in doubt, dig and protect. You can have Coreopsis blooming in the garden almost all summer if you'll plant different species.