Clematis x 'The President'
One of the most reliable hybrids, remaining popular for over 100 years! Light purple blooms do not fade in the sun. A fine groundcover or climber for arbors, fences or onto tall shrubs. Deciduous.  Sold in gallon containers.  Right now they are BUY 1 Get 1 FREE when you use Coupon Code "Clematis."
 
Light Needs:  Full sun
Water Needs:  Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Average landscape size:  Moderate growing to 6 to 10 ft.
Design Ideas:  A long-season bloomer from late spring to autumn, this classic Clematis works well just about anywhere. Display its showy blooms by letting it clamber up an arbor, trellis or shrub. It even works as a groundcover.