Clematis 'Bijou'

Also known as: Traveller's joy 'Bijou'

Clematis 'Bijou' is a clematis which grows in unusual mounds, but also tends to climb like other clematis cultivars. It is a small cultivar but produces large flowers, which makes for pleasing decorative proportions in a garden. The flowers are slightly ruffled and blue-purple, set against pale green leaves – truly a ‘gem’ of a plant, as the French name suggests.

Scientific classification

Buttercups, poppies and allies

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Toxic to Pets

Toxicity

Perennial

Lifespan

Vine

Plant Type

10 cm to 15 cm

Flower Size

Purple, Blue

Flower Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Clematis 'Bijou'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from moderately moist environments, clematis 'Bijou' prefers consistent hydration without waterlogging. It thrives with evenly moist soil and stable humidity, requiring watering twice weekly. Benefiting from rainwater during its growing season, clematis 'Bijou' enhances its ornamental value and floral display.

Fertilize: Apply a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) monthly in spring and summer for clematis 'Bijou'. Switch to a high-nitrogen formula before flowering and reduce to bimonthly in autumn. Use half the dosage to avoid root burn, cease fertilization in winter, and adjust based on clematis 'Bijou''s response.

Pruning: Clematis 'Bijou' should be pruned before flowering or in late winter to early spring. Remove weak branches and selectively prune for better blooms. Heavy pruning can invigorate growth, particularly in late bloomers, while limiting summer pruning helps with water regulation. Half of the branches should be pruned for prolonged blooming.

Propagation: Clematis 'Bijou' is a clematis variety celebrated for its flowers. Propagation involves softwood cuttings from spring or early summer, trimmed to 3-4 inches below a leaf node. Use rooting hormone, plant in well-draining soil, and maintain moisture and indirect light until roots establish.

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