Clematis Blue River ('Zoblueriver') (PBR)
herbaceous clematis (group 3)
This semi-herbaceous clematis is a stunner. Its small, star-shaped, purple-blue flowers have a pretty ruff of creamy-white stamens, and they appear from midsummer. If left unsupported 'Blue River' will rifle through the border creating good seasonal groundcover, but it also looks smart draped over robust shrubs, or mounding as a beautiful specimen supported by pea sticks or brash.
How to care for Clematis Blue River ('Zoblueriver') (PBR):
Clematis are happiest when their roots are kept cool and moist, so try to plant them where that the base of the plants will be lightly shaded by other, lower-growing species. Otherwise, use a clematis root protector, or top-dress the rootball (avoiding the immediate crown), with a generous layer of shingle or pebbles.
This clematis is herbaceous and will die back during the winter - remove spent stems and foliage to the ground in February, and apply a thick layer of mulch to suppress weeds, feed the soil, and keep the root area moist and cool for the growing season ahead.
Use twiggy prunings, ring stakes or bamboo canes to provide support.
This clematis is herbaceous and will die back during the winter - remove spent stems and foliage to the ground in February, and apply a thick layer of mulch to suppress weeds, feed the soil, and keep the root area moist and cool for the growing season ahead.
Use twiggy prunings, ring stakes or bamboo canes to provide support.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
2.5m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
2 litre pot | 60cm cane
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