Clematis Blue River (‘Zoblueriver’)
- Description: A stunning, compact clematis with bluish-lilac star-shaped flowers featuring a deeper lilac bar down the center of each petal.
- Type: It is a herbaceous, non-clinging clematis (Diversifolia group) that acts as a scrambler or semi-climber, reaching roughly 1.5 meters (5 feet) in height.
- Usage: Ideal for scrambling through shrubs, over small trees, or through rambler/shrub roses to add a second layer of color. It is also excellent in herbaceous borders or large containers.
- Flowering Time: Produces flowers in abundance from June to September.
- Care: Hardy (H6), prefers moist but well-drained soil, and belongs to Pruning Group 3 (needs to be cut hard in February/March).
Clematis Mississippi River (‘Zomisri’)
- Description: A newer, highly rated herbaceous hybrid (also from the J van Zoest breeding program) with rich, dark-violet flowers.
- Type: Similar to Blue River, it is a semi-climbing, non-twining, clump-forming plant.
- Growth: Reaches about 2 meters (6-7 feet) in height.
- Flowering Time: Long flowering period from early summer through to autumn.
Key Features of the ‘River’ Series Clematis
- Not a True “Rose”: These are species or hybrids of the genus Clematis (Ranunculaceae family), not Rosa.
- Companion Plants: They are highly recommended for pairing with shrub or climbing roses because their semi-climbing nature allows them to grow through the rose bush without aggressively choking it.
- Garden Use: They are very hardy, trouble-free, and suitable for cutting to use in bouquets.
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