Blue Lion clematis

Notes

'Blue Lion' clematis (Clematis 'Blue Lion') is a vine for trellises, fences, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun. The purple-blue double flowers are 4 to 6 inches wide. Young petals start out white as they unfurl, and mature petals have a soft whitish central band. It blooms in spring and again in summer.

Pairs well with Golden Delicious apple, Snowdrop, and Common milkweed.