Clematis 'Rhapsody'

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 8'-10'
W: 2'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Clematis 'Rhapsody' plant details

Clematis 'Rhapsody' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Rhapsody'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: big flowers, cutting garden, long-blooming, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Rhapsody'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clematis 'Rhapsody' has outstanding flower power producing masses of 4-6 inch wide rich royal purple to bluish-purple flowers with yellow stamens and attractive indented ribs and veins. Vines will reach 6-8 feet tall and bloom from June to September. Hardy to zone 3 and tolerant of part shade. Pruning group C.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

From early summer to early autumn, this compact 8 footer produces a profusion of stunning 4-5" sapphire blue flowers; ideal for container and patio. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

It blooms 4 to 6 inch sapphire blue flowers that age to a truer blue. It has a long summer blooming season showing flowers from June to September. This compact vine also does great in a containers. Fretwell, UK, 1996.