Clematis 'Kakio'
"Climbing leather flower"
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Description
Clematis 'Kakio' is a real showstopper, flaunting large purplish-pink flowers with delicate pale pink centres and striking yellow stamens. With blooms reaching up to 16cm across, this elegant climber makes a dazzling display from late spring through early autumn. Whether it’s adorning a trellis, scrambling over a pergola, or winding through a rose bush, Clematis 'Kakio' brings a touch of charm and colour wherever it grows. Its prolific flowering habit ensures a continuous burst of vibrant blossoms, attracting admiration from both gardeners and pollinators alike.
Despite its bold appearance, Clematis 'Kakio' is wonderfully easy to care for. Thriving in sun or partial shade, it happily climbs to around 2-3 metres, making it ideal for smaller spaces or mixed planting schemes. A light prune in early spring keeps it in top form, encouraging fresh growth and abundant blooms. Perfect for brightening up walls, fences, and obelisks, Clematis 'Kakio' is a reliable and rewarding choice for any garden. With its delightful blend of rich and soft pink hues, it brings a lively yet elegant presence to any outdoor space.
Clematis 'Kakio' is supplied as a pip with a well-developed root system, ready to thrive in your garden. You can see an example of a pip in the last image.
Key features
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Climbing habit
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Comes back every year
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Loved by pollinators
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Thrives well in full sun
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In peat-free compost
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Low maintenance
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Fully hardy
Specs & details
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Botanical name
Clematis 'Kakio' (EL)
syn. Clematis 'Pink Champagne' -
Flower colour
Pink, purple, violet
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Plant size
1
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Established height
1-3m
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Established spread
50-70cm
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Plant spacing
3 plants per m2
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Leaf colour
Green
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Habit
Climbing
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Life cycle
Perennial
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Hardiness
Fully hardy
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Years to establish
2-3 years
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Sunlight
Full sun
Dappled shade
Partial shade -
Position
Sheltered
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Suitable for
Large containers
Cottage gardens
Low maintenance gardens -
Soil acidity
Any
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Soil moisture
Damp
Free draining -
Soil type
Loam
Clay
Loam-based compost -
Growing skill
Easy to grow
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Scented
No
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Pollinator-friendly
Yes
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Mouse resistant
No
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Rabbit resistant
Yes
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Deer resistant
Yes
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Toxicity
No report
Plant calendar
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Planting
- Flowering
Useful information
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Soak your Clematis 'Kakio' roots in water for 3-6 hours prior to planting.
Plant your "Climbing leather flower" bare roots into temporary pots with a multipurpose compost in spring and grow-on in a sheltered spot outdoors.
Choose a pot which comfortably fits the bare roots. Some have a noticeable crown which should be just below the soil surface with any top growth exposed.
Plant out into borders or permanent containers in late spring or early summer once in full growth. Choose a position in sun or shade depending on the variety.
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Orders placed before 1 March 2025
You can expect your order in Feb/March 2025Orders placed 1 March - 15 April 2025
You can expect your order in April 2025Orders placed 16 April - 15 May 2025
You can expect your order within 10 business days
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