Clematis heracleifolia

herbaceous clematis (Group 3)

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: July to September
• Other features: deeply lobed light green leaves
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Deliciously scented, hyacinth-like, lavender-blue, late-summer flowers appear at the tips of the leafy syems. This herbaceous clematis does not climb, but forms an open bush and is ideal for growing through a sunny mixed border where it can scramble amongst its neighbours. The fragrant, tubular flowers are highly attractive to bees.
  
  
• Garden care: Cut back the stems to the base of the plant each winter and apply a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant, avoiding the immediate crown. Use twiggy prunings, ring stakes or bamboo canes to provide support.