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):
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
Semi-herbaceous clematis need their roots to be kept cool and moist, so plant the base of these clematis in light shade or provide shading with other plants or a dressing of pebbles. In early spring cut back the previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds about 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground-level and apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant - again avoiding the immediate crown.
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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