Clematis tubulosa ‘Free Spirit Sheherazade'
A refined, slow-growing selection of Clematis tubulosa developed at Free Spirit Nursery. Slender, narrow bells in a deep purple-blue are arranged in tiered whorls along upright stems, giving the plant a composed, architectural quality in late summer. After flowering, the stems carry silvery-grey seed whorls that extend its presence well into autumn. Best appreciated where its restrained habit and detail can be observed up close.
Growing Conditions
Light: full sun
Moisture: average
Soil: well-drained garden soils
Hardiness zone: 4
Maintenance: low
Size & Habit
Height (cm): 80
Spread (cm): 50
Habit: upright clump
Seasonal Interest
Flowering period: Aug–Sept
Seasonal interest: late summer flowering; persistent seedheads
Foliage: bright green
Flower: purple-blue
Ecology & Notes
Wildlife value: pollinators
Deer/Rabbit resistance: moderate
Habitat: perennial borders; mixed borders; feature planting
Features: slow clump-forming habit; narrow tubular flowers; tiered flower arrangement; ornamental seed whorls
Notes: a nursery-raised selection forming a slow, restrained clump with relatively sparse foliage; slender, bell-shaped flowers are carried in distinct tiers along the stems; flowers are followed by decorative, silvery-grey seed whorls that extend interest beyond bloom