Clematis heracleifolia 'China Purple' stands apart from traditional climbing clematis varieties with its unique shrub-like growth habit. This deciduous perennial showcases clusters of fragrant, tubular deep purple blooms that resemble hyacinths, creating a stunning display from mid-summer through early fall. With its compact size of 2-4 feet tall and 1-2 feet wide, this versatile clematis works beautifully in borders, containers, or as a standalone specimen in garden landscapes.
A Distinctive Addition to Any Landscape
China Purple Clematis offers numerous benefits that make it a valuable addition to commercial and residential landscapes:
- Unique non-vining, bushy growth habit that requires minimal support
- Striking deep purple, hyacinth-like flowers that create visual impact
- Dark green-bronze foliage that provides an attractive backdrop for the vibrant blooms
- Exceptional hardiness across USDA zones 3-9, making it suitable for diverse climate conditions
- Attractive silky seed heads that extend seasonal interest into late fall
- Pollinator-friendly blooms that attract beneficial insects to the garden
- Deer and rabbit resistance, reducing maintenance concerns in vulnerable areas
This versatile perennial combines beauty with practicality, offering landscape professionals a distinctive plant that performs reliably year after year.
Planting and Care Guidelines
Plant China Purple Clematis in spring in well-drained, fertile soil with the crown positioned 1-2 inches below the soil surface. This clematis thrives in full sun to partial shade locations, with afternoon shade beneficial in hotter regions. As a Group 3 clematis, it responds well to hard pruning in early spring—simply cut stems back to about 3 inches above ground level to promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Regular watering is essential, especially during establishment and dry periods.
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Enhance your landscape inventory with our premium China Purple Clematis bare root plants, available in convenient packages of 25. These high-quality specimens are ready for spring shipping and will provide your clients with years of beauty and enjoyment. Our clematis plants are grown to exacting standards to ensure successful establishment and optimal performance in landscape settings. Order now to secure your stock of this distinctive perennial that combines unique form with spectacular color for versatile landscape applications.
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EAN code4917
- CatalogWholesale Growers
- Singular UnitBare Root
- Bloom Height28" / 70 cm
- Light RequirementsSun, Partial Shade
- Bloom TimeEarly Spring to Late Fall
- SizeI
- Packaged in25
- Zone3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Shipping Time FrameSpring