Clematis patens Myosotis

Clematis Myosotis ('Zo08159') stands out with its small size and its absolutely delightful light violet flowers with a hint of blue. They are of medium size and form astonishing fringed stars centred on a beautiful bouquet of violet stamens. This variety is a perpetual bloomer, flowering generously in spring and again at the end of summer. Its compact size is perfectly suited for small gardens and patios, 

Clematis belong to the Ranunculaceae family. They can be found in Europe, the Himalayas, China, Australia, and North and Central America. The Myosotis variety, introduced in the Netherlands in 2017, is a perfectly perennial, semi-woody, climbing plant that will reach a height of about 2m (7ft), with a minimum spread of 1m (3ft). This clematis bears large flowers with a rather unique shape, reaching 8 to 12cm (3 to 5in) in diameter. They initially bloom on the previous year's growth in May-June. In August-September, they bloom on the current year's growth, depending on the climate. The flowers are solitary and have 6 to 8 broad pointed tepals with strongly undulated edges. They are slightly folded along the midrib, and slightly overlapping. Their colour is a tender mauve-blue, which is slightly lighter in the centre. The heart of the flower is adorned with a beautiful crown of deep violet stamens. The flowering is followed by decorative silver-grey feathery fruits that persist until winter. The dark green and glabrous leaves are divided into 3 elliptical to lanceolate leaflets. This clematis firmly attaches itself to a support or host plant through petioles transformed into tendrils.

Plant your clematis in the company of climbing roses ('New Dawn', 'Mme Caroline Testout', 'Ghislaine de Feligonde') to extend the flowering period of walls and pergolas until the end of summer. This is a genus rich in diversity, with varieties available in all colours, shapes, and sizes. Take advantage of their easy cultivation to give your garden a romantic and bohemian touch. Myosotis pairs well with the pink flowers of Clematis 'Isabella', the red flowers of C. 'Rebecca', or the white flowers of C. 'Superba' or C. 'Miss Bateman', for example. They can all climb a small fence or cover a wall exposed to the morning sun. Sweet peas also complement small clematis varieties, adding fragrance to their blooms.

Avoid excessive use of fertiliser, as this stimulates foliage growth at the expense of flowers. Do not mulch in order to avoid excessive moisture.