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Clematis H.F. Young

Common Name: H.F. Young Clematis

Clematis ‘H.F. Young’ is a classic large-flowered clematis admired for its clear sky-blue blooms and refined, elegant presence. Flowering in generous flushes, it brings cool-toned color and structure to trellises, arbors, and pergolas. Plant Profile Type: Deciduous flowering vine Mature Size: Width: 3–5 ft Height: 8–12 ft Bloom: Large (6–8 in.) star-shaped flowers Clear blue to lavender-blue petals with pale creamy stamens Heavy bloom in late spring to early summer with a lighter repeat in late summer Foliage: Medium green; dense enough to showcase blooms Zones: 4a–9b Light: Full sun to partial shade (morning sun with afternoon shade preferred) Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soils Water: Moderate; consistent moisture recommended Pruning Group: Group 2 (light to moderate pruning) Features & Uses Form: Upright to gently spreading climber with a balanced, classic habit Excellent for trellises, pergolas, fences, obelisks, and arbors Clear blue flowers combine beautifully with whites, pinks, and deep purples Dependable repeat bloomer with good garden performance Care Notes Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead or weak stems After first bloom, lightly trim spent flowers to encourage rebloom Mulch roots to keep soil cool and evenly moist

Plant Type:	Vine
Width:	3-5'
Height:	8-12'
Fragrant:	No
Zone:	4 - 9
Deer Resistant:	No
Salt Tolerant:	No
Drought Tolerant:	No
Attract:	Bees butterflies birds
Exposure:	Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom Time:	Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
Landscape/Use:	Trellis
Shape:	Climbing
Soil Type	Moist well-drained
Flower Color:	Blue
Leaf Color:	Green
Fall Color:	Green