<p>(Family Ranunculaceae] This clematis is herbaceous, in Group 3 according to the RHS classification system. The leaves are narrow and lance shaped, and the nodding flowers are bell-shaped, 3cm (1.25in) long, single and deep blue, with cream coloured anthers. They are produced in summer on the current season's shoots, and are followed by attractive, gray-brown seed heads.</p><p>This species is fully hardy. Grow it on a wall or trellis, or growing up through trees and shrubs. They like their roots cool and shaded in well-drained rich soil. The vine can be in full sun or partial shade. Propagate by seed in spring or autumn, or by cuttings or layering. Clematis may have a problem with aphids, mildew or clematis wilt. Prune this type before new growth begins in early spring as it flowers on new shoots only. Remove all of the previous season's growth down to a pair of strong leaf-axil buds, 15-30cm (6-12in) above soil level.</p><p>This species originates in central and south-eastern europe to central Asia.</p>
