Clematis Ernest Markham Popping pink velvety blooms adorn this Clematis from late Summer until late Autumn. Its frilly tissue-paper-like petals are paired gracefully with contrasting pale yellow stamens & have incredible overlapping sepals. It grows to a height of 4m (12) & spreads to 1.5m (5). This Old mans beard loves to climb & looks stunning draped over walls, twining up pergolas & grown along fences. Clematis Ernest Markham is exceptionally easy to care for & enjoys a sunny spot to develop. This variety of Clematis thrives when in full sun & will then produce a large array of flowers. A vigorous climber, this Old mans beard is cloaked in deep green foliage & will even climb through hedges & shrubs for guidance.