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Clematis heracleifolia

Tube Clematis (Blue Bush Clematis)

A non-climbing, non-clinging clematis with stiff stalks holding large, sturdy leaves topped with small tubes of hyacinth-shaped, clear blue flowers.

  • »  AKA Clematis heracleifolia var. davidiana
  • »  Clusters of tubular, fragrant, clear blue flowers at leaf axils and at the tips of flower stems
  • »  Attractive silky seed heads persist into late fall
  • »  Green, coarsely-toothed, compound leaves consisting of three leaflets
  • »  Woody, shrub-like habit
  • »  Bloom Time: Late summer to early fall
  • »  Flower Height: 90 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 60 cm

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  • Category:Vines
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:50-60 cm
  • Spread:70-90 cm
  • Bloom Color: Blue
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Fragrant
• Seed
Flowering Time
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Climbing
• Clumping
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
• Woodland/woods edge
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Clematis heracleifolia

Clematis grow best in a rich, moist to average, well-drained soil, in full sun. Protection from intense afternoon sun is beneficial. Large flowering bi-colours, reds and blues, may fade quickly if planted in direct sun. Roots need a cool environment to thrive; it is recommended planting a ground cover or shallow-rooted perennial to shade the roots; mulching is suggested. Plant the crown 3-5 cm below the soil's surface. Clematis are slow to establish and initially need to be tied to a trellis or fence to begin climbing.