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melvatoo Denton, TX(Zone 7a) Apr 09, 2003

This did not bloom, or even grow last year, so it was a surprise to see it. It smells of vanilla

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Baa Apr 09, 2003

Dunno about the scent but it might be C. montana var. rubens if the foliage is purle tinged

http://images.google.com/images?q=clematis+montana+var+rubens&hl=en&lr=&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wi

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cottosnag bronson, IA(Zone 4a) Apr 10, 2003

Not positive either but my friend has one and she said it has a strong vanilla smell and is pink --her is a montana ruben

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melvatoo Denton, TX(Zone 7a) Apr 10, 2003

I think it may be Montana Mayleen...I will try to get a picture that does it justice, it is a two tone pink...very pretty, and like I said, a complete surprise!

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Shirley1md Ellicott City, MD(Zone 7a) Apr 11, 2003

melvatoo,

I agree that it is Montana Mayleen. Look at the sepals and the foliage. The foliage of Montana Rubens has more of a purple tinge, Montana Mayleen does not. Both are excellent, fragrant and vigorous twiners! Great to adorn a fence or pergola with!

BTW, if you like/love Clematis and want a couple more, hop over to the Co-op Forum and take a look at the ones that are being offered wholesale!

http://www.donahuesgreenhouse.com/flower/MONTMAYL.html

http://www.donahuesgreenhouse.com/flower/MONTRUBE.html

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louisa Troy, VA(Zone 7a) Apr 12, 2003

Yes, it's Mayleen - I know because I want her!! lol!!

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