Clematis pitcheri

Also Known As

Bluebill
Pitcher's Leather Flower

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 8'-15'
W: 4'-10'

planting zones

5a-9b

Clematis pitcheri plant details

Clematis pitcheri is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis pitcheri

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 10 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
Uses: long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis pitcheri

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

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beautiful climber boasts loads of purple bell-shaped blossoms all summer. It shows characteristics of both pitcheri and crispa. This is a Group 3 (C) Clematis, which means it flowers later in summer and into fall in colder climates. In warmer climates it may begin blooming much sooner. Group 3 Clematis form flowers on new growth each year, so for the best display and neatest look they should be pruned back hard each spring to about two feet off the ground or even less if desired. However, if you are training one of these into a tree or onto an overhead arbor they should be left much longer. Look for fat, healthy buds on sturdy canes and make your cut just above them. Remove dead or damaged branches any time.