Clematis 'Beauty of Worcester'

Also Known As

Beauty of Worcester Large Flowered Clematis

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

4a-9b

Clematis 'Beauty of Worcester' plant details

Clematis 'Beauty of Worcester' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Beauty of Worcester'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: compact, container plant, cutting garden, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Beauty of Worcester'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The parents of this plant are Purpurea Elegans and Countess of Lovelace. It was introduced in 1886 by Richard Smith and Company of Worcester, England. It's moderately vigorous and compact. The old wood blooms will have multiple layers of different sized petals. Flowers produced on current season new growth in the fall will have one layer of six petals. Great for trellises or containers. Flower color: reddish purple. Blooms on old wood and new, late spring to early summer.