Tube Clematis
(Clematis heracleifolia)
Tube Clematis (Clematis heracleifolia)
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Estimated Native Range
Summary
Clematis heracleifolia, commonly known as tube clematis, is a deciduous sub-shrub native to open woodlands and forest margins in central and northern China and Korea. It typically grows up to 3 feet tall with a scrambling habit that differs from the climbing nature of most Clematis species. This plant features compound leaves with three leaflets that are broad and downy, and it produces clusters of elongated tubular blue flowers from late spring to summer, which are moderately showy and attract pollinators.
Tube clematis is valued for its unique growth form and the charming blue flowers that add a touch of color to the garden. It is often used in borders, as ground cover, or allowed to scramble over low structures. In cultivation, it prefers a sunny to partly shaded location with well-drained soil and moderate water. The cultivar ’Cassandra’ is particularly noteworthy for its fragrant flowers and has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. Gardeners should be aware that Clematis species can be susceptible to Clematis wilt, a fungal disease that causes sudden wilting and death of stems. Regular pruning can help maintain a tidy appearance and promote healthy growth.CC BY-SA 4.0
Tube clematis is valued for its unique growth form and the charming blue flowers that add a touch of color to the garden. It is often used in borders, as ground cover, or allowed to scramble over low structures. In cultivation, it prefers a sunny to partly shaded location with well-drained soil and moderate water. The cultivar ’Cassandra’ is particularly noteworthy for its fragrant flowers and has been recognized with the Royal Horticultural Society’s Award of Garden Merit. Gardeners should be aware that Clematis species can be susceptible to Clematis wilt, a fungal disease that causes sudden wilting and death of stems. Regular pruning can help maintain a tidy appearance and promote healthy growth.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub
- Height: 2-3 feet
- Width: 2-3 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate, Slow
- Flower Color: Blue, Purple
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Fragrant, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands and forest margins
Other Names
Common Names: Heracleifolia Group clematis , Da Ye Tie Xian Lian , Hyacinth-Flower Clematis , Hyacinth Clematis
Scientific Names: Clematis heracleifolia , Clematis daveyana , Clematis heracleifolia f. albiflora , Clematis heracleifolia subsp. lavallei , Clematis heracleifolia subsp. normalis , Clematis heracleifolia subsp. urticifolia , Clematis heracleifolia var. affinis , Clematis heracleifolia var. decaisneana , Clematis heracleifolia var. hookeri , Clematis heracleifolia var. ichangensis
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