Clematis 'Rain Dance' Ornamental Bark In the garden

In the garden

NC State Extension notes the tree serves as a larval host for some butterflies [2]

this Siberian Iris provides contrast to the garden

The Appalachian Red excels as an understory tree beneath larger shade trees

or use it as a specimen tree against white or neutral-colored walls and fences—the contrast makes those hot pink flowers absolutely sing

Clematis 'Rain Dance' Ornamental Bark In the gardenUnlike their climbing cousins the bush clematis keeps a lower profile, but what they do share are the prolific and unique blooms. Dark purple buds open into blue purple, bell shaped flowers that face upward and outward to create a showy display. After flowering, attractive star shaped threadlike seed heads emerge creating a showy display among the still profuse flowers. These are stand out plants in the garden that, with a little care, will reward you