BOULEVARD® RAVEL CLEMATIS

BOULEVARD® RAVEL CLEMATIS Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

• Recommended Soil:
• Prefers fertile, organically rich, well-drained soil.
• Performs well in loamy, sandy, or amended clay soils with good drainage.
• Benefits from mulch to help keep the root zone cool and evenly moist.
• A slightly acidic to neutral soil pH supports optimal growth.
• Sun Exposure:
• Produces the heaviest flowering in full sun.
• Tolerates partial shade, especially during hot afternoon hours.
• Enjoys at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight each day.
• Keep the root area naturally shaded with mulch or nearby low-growing plants.
• Irrigation Needs:
• Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a healthy root system.
• Maintain consistently moist soil without allowing it to remain soggy.
• Increase watering during extended periods of heat or drought.
• Mulching helps conserve moisture and reduces temperature fluctuations.
• Feeding & Nutrients:
• Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
• Supplement with compost annually to enrich soil structure.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages foliage over flowers.
• Feed lightly after the first bloom cycle to support repeat flowering.
• Pruning & Maintenance:
• Classified as a Group 3 clematis that blooms on new growth.
• Prune back in late winter or very early spring before vigorous new growth begins.
• Remove any damaged or weak stems to improve airflow and plant vigor.
• Guide new vines onto supports as they develop for an attractive climbing display.

Family: Ranunculaceae · Common Name: Clematis

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• A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
• Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About BOULEVARD® RAVEL CLEMATIS

• Bred by a Clematis Legend: Boulevard® Ravel™ Clematis was developed by internationally renowned clematis breeder Raymond Evison, whose breeding program has introduced many of today's most celebrated compact, repeat-flowering varieties.
• A Musical Inspiration: The name "Ravel" pays tribute to the famous French composer Maurice Ravel, reflecting the cultivar's graceful form and artistic display of richly layered color.
• Flower Color Evolves: Newly opened blooms often display subtle rosy highlights or a reddish central bar before maturing into their signature velvety purple-blue tones, giving the plant an ever-changing appearance.
• Pollinator Favorite: Although the flowers are not heavily fragrant, their vivid coloring and prominent central stamens regularly attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds throughout the blooming season.
• Part of an Award-Winning Series: Boulevard® Ravel™ belongs to the Boulevard® collection, a breeding line developed specifically for abundant flowering, refined growth habits, and extended bloom periods in a wide range of garden settings.