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Most prolific blue clematis?

11 years ago

I am looking to plant 2 clematis, to grow by the front of my south-facing porch. I think like a 5 year old, wanting the most showy and prolific bloomer. I prefer blues, but love the pink striped clematis, too (Bees Jubille, Nelly Moser) I'm an experienced gardener, and want to have the most bloom time, even if I have to use 2 different groups. I live in zone 5

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aluvaboy
11 years ago
How about Etiolle Violet ? Mine is loaded.

Sorry the picture came up side ways.
gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
11 years ago
Are you sure that's what's in the photo? 'Etoile Violette' is typically described as a "deep purple" rather than blue and certainly was purple in my old garden. But it does bloom profusely.

Durandii is non-vining clematis that you can train to climb (needs help attaching). It has dark, almost navy blue flowers and blooms all summer for me. Otherwise, Ramona, The President and Multi Blue are good, blue flowered choices.
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aluvaboy
11 years ago
It is indeed etiolle violet. It looks much more purple in person - than in photo.
landem12
Original Author
11 years ago
garden gal - I seriously dislike 4 petaled clematis, but thanks for that idea. I will look into the others, though.
altorama Ray
11 years ago
What about Daniel Deronda?

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