Height:

34.0-38.0 Inches

Spread:

24.0-36.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7

Flower Color:

Blue shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Late Spring Early Summer Midsummer Rebloomer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Butterflies Bee Friendly

Critter Resistant:

Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Patio Container Cottage Eclectic Modern

Other Features:

Border Plant Container Cut Flower Specimen Focal Point

Origin:

Not Native to North America

Clematis can be grown in full sun or light shade, but its base and roots must be completely shaded. You may need to plant something directly in front of its rootball to keep it cool and shaded. A thick layer of mulch will also help to keep the soil moist. Bush Clematis prefers to be grown in average, well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Adding lime to the soil will help to provide these conditions if your soil is naturally acidic.

When planting clematis, it is important to plant it 3" deeper than it was in the original pot. Bury the first set of entire leaves to encourage the production of strong shoots from below soil level and to discourage clematis wilt.

Growing Temperature:

60-65° F

Holding Temperature:

50-60° F

Soil PH:

5.8-6.2

EC (What is EC?):

2.0-3.0 pour through method

Fertility:

Moderate feed rates of 75 - 125 ppm N at each watering. For Controlled Release or Slow Release Fertilizer, see your preferred supplier for recommended rates for incorporation or top dressing, as it varies by fertilizer.

Vernalization:

Bare root plants will arrive vernalized.

Pests & Diseases:

Wet conditions may cause root and crown rot. Aphids, mites, and thrips may ocasionally be found on bush clematis.

Potting & Timing:

Plant bare root plants in late winter to spring.

Moisture:

Moderate moisture

Planting Level:

Plant crown slightly below the soil line.

PGRs/Pinching:

Uniconazole (Sumagic/Concise) may be used at 5 ppm to reduce internode stretch, creating a fuller looking plant.

Lighting:

Grow in high light levels.

Awards

University of Georgia Plants of Distinction -- 2017

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