Clematis Lady Betty Balfour (Late Large-Flowered Clematis)

A strong-growing clematis variety, Clematis 'Lady Betty Balfour' is a lovely, deciduous climber with velvety, rich violet-blue flowers, 6-8 in. across (15-20 cm), with contrasting creamy white stamens. Blooming from late summer to fall, this old time favorite is ideal for arbors, trellises, pergolas and other garden structures. Excellent when grown with shrubs and roses.

• Thrives in moist, well-drained soils, in full sun or part shade. Ideally, Clematis prefer having their 'heads in the sun and their feet in the shade'. Keep the roots cool and shaded by other plants or add a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base.
• Can quickly grow up to 8-15 ft. long (240-450 cm).
• This Clematis belongs to the third group of Clematis – a group including Clematis which flower in late summer on growth made in that season. They should be pruned in late winter or early spring and require 'hard pruning': simply cut back the stems to a pair of strong buds about 1ft. (30 cm) above ground level before growth begins in early spring.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.