Clematis Blue River ('Zoblueriver') (PBR)
herbaceous clematis (group 3)
- 2 litre pot | 60cm cane
- £29.95
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- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: moderately fertile, moist but well drained soil
- Rate of growth: fast
- Flowering period: June to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
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.
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.
Choose a spot with well-drained, fertile soil and ensure the location receives plenty of sunlight—at least 6 hours a day—for optimal flowering.
However, they prefer their roots to be cool and shaded, so plant low-growing plants or add a layer of mulch of well-rotted compost around the base, avoiding the immediate crown.
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.
Choose a spot with well-drained, fertile soil and ensure the location receives plenty of sunlight—at least 6 hours a day—for optimal flowering.
However, they prefer their roots to be cool and shaded, so plant low-growing plants or add a layer of mulch of well-rotted compost around the base, avoiding the immediate crown.
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.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
