Clematis ‘Blue Angel’ (Błękitny Anioł) is a vigorous, deciduous climber (10-15 ft) known for massive summer-to-autumn blooms of ruffled, pale lavender-blue flowers with yellow stamens. Ideal for trellises or mixing with roses, it thrives in full sun/partial shade, requires moist, well-drained soil, and is a low-maintenance, hardy (Zone 4-9) plant that should be pruned hard in early spring.
Key Characteristics and Care
- Flowers: Large, 4-5 inch (12.5 cm) flowers with a crinkled, crepe-paper texture.
- Color: Pale, powder-blue or lavender-blue with contrasting yellow/ivory stamens.
- Bloom Time: Prolific bloomer from mid-summer to early autumn.
- Growth: Vigorous, reaching 10–15 feet (3–4.5 meters) in height.
- Hardiness: Zones 4-9.
- Positioning: Prefers full sun to partial shade, with roots kept cool and shaded.
- Soil: Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil (chalk, clay, loam, or sand).
- Pruning Group 3: Should be cut back hard in early spring (February/March) to about 15-30 cm above ground level.
Uses in the Garden
- Vertical Interest: Excellent for covering fences, walls, obelisks, and pergolas.
- Companion Planting: Pairs well with roses, clematis, or hydrangeas.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Attractive to bees and other beneficial insects.
- Awards: Recipient of the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit
