Clematis x durandii

Also Known As

Clematis 'Durandii'

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 3'-8'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Clematis x durandii plant details

Clematis x durandii is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis x durandii

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: award-winning, border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming, non-vining, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis x durandii

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

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clematis experts sing the praises of this heirloom clematis. Recommended unfailingly as a superb non-climbing, hardy, healthy, strong stemmed, long-blooming variety, it is also so easy to grow! Flaring indigo blue to deep lavender blue petals have a gentle twist to them, and after the bloom time of early summer to fall, the silky shiny pompoms of seed heads add to the beauty of this rare variety. Drape over shrubs or supports or allow to scramble over the ground for the most beautiful ground cover ever! Prune to ground level in early spring.

By: Select Seeds

Let 'Durandii' twine its way through the branches of your favorite shrub. This semi-herbaceous Clematis is coveted by floral arrangers and gardeners alike for its choice 3-_ to 4 in. flowers and sturdy, nonclinging stems. With centers of creamy white stamens and deeply ribbed tepals, these richly colored indigo-blue flowers will bring an exquisite splash of color to your garden or an arrangement.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Rich indigo blue flowers with yellow stamens from early summer to early autumn. Let this non-clinging selection ramble through your border or train it to a trellis. Non-Vining, Herbaceous.

By: Brushwood Nursery

Blooming early summer to fall, deep violet-blue flowers with creamy stamens adorn this non-vining perennial with glossy pointed leaves. Will take part shade; blooms on new growth so cut back in very early spring; likes moist but well-draining soil;