Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand'
Also Known As
- Clematis hirsutissima var. scottii 'Custer's Best Stand'
- Custer's Best Stand Bush Clematis
- Custer's Sugarbowl Clematis
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 8"-12"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 4a-8b
Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand' plant details
Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: container plant, edging plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand'
- USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Gardening facts about Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand' plant
How to Grow Clematis scottii 'Custer's Best Stand'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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