| Raised by: | A. Girault |
| Country of Origin: | France |
| Growing Zones: | USDA Zone 4 USDA Zone 5 USDA Zone 6 USDA Zone 7 USDA Zone 8 |
| Plant Group: | Jackmanii |
| Typical Plant Size: | Typically 6 to 8 feet |
| Pruning Group: | Group 3 - Hard pruning recommended in early spring |
| Bloom Diameter: | Medium - between 4 to 6 inches |
| Bloom Color (Tepals): | Red/Magenta/Burgundy hue |
| Center Color (Anthers): | Other: beige |
| Bloom Shape: | Single |
| Preferred Light: | Tolerates partial shade Prefers full sun |
| Moisture Requirements: | Average moisture requirements |
| Recommendations: | Good choice for beginners (easy to grow) Good choice for hot climates |
| Plant Habit: | Vine |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Plant Height: | 6-8 ft. |
| Plant Spread: | 3 ft. |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Red |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall |
![Location: Clinton, Michigan 49236
Date: 2017-11-07
Clematis 'Rouge Cardinal', 2017, Queen of the Vines [Clematis], K](/pics/2017-11-08/frankrichards16/466fb1-250.jpg "Location: Clinton, Michigan 49236
Date: 2017-11-07
Clematis 'Rouge Cardinal', 2017, Queen of the Vines [Clematis], K")
| Mellis0821 | On June 19, 2019 | Bloomed blooming again |
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