If you’re striving for a classic garden look that also attracts bees and other pollinators, roses are an excellent choice.
If you need some alternatives to hydrangeas, we have suggestions! Maybe you already have a bunch or maybe the deer love them too.
we’re sharing answers to the five most commonly asked questions we get about hydrangeas in the summer to help you get back to just enjoying the view.
Large, icy violet-blue flowers contrast with the dark red stamens of this stunning, easy-to-grow variety. The early flowering, long-lasting blooms appear from late spring to late summer. Plant it on a trellis or fence for the best display.
| Dimensions | 2 × 4 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Clematis 'Zestiwa' PP#20,372 |
| Zone | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Flower Color | Blue, Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 4-7' |
| Width/Spread | 2-3' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Containers, Foundations, Hedges, Specimen |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Deadheading not necessary, Disease resistant, Vine |
Flowers on both old and new wood, so it is a very reliable bloomer. May be pruned back to 2′ in spring.
