Bred for the Canadian prairies by Dr. F. L. Skinner. Lavender-blue bell shaped blooms on a very vigorous and free flowering plant makes Blue Bird Dr. Skinners best known hybrid. Pruning group A.
Growth Habit: Climbing
Mature Height: 2.5 - 3.5m (8 - 12 ft.)
Zone: 3
Pruning Group: A
Flower Size: 5 - 8cm (2 - 3 in.)
Flowering Time: April - May
Foliage Colour: Green
Light: Full sun to partial sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil.
Fertilizer: Feed regularly beginning in spring up until buds are formed.
Attributes
Type: Deciduous VineGrowth Habit: Climbing
Mature Height: 2.5 - 3.5m (8 - 12 ft.)
Zone: 3
Pruning Group: A
Ornamental Features
Flower Colour: Lavender-blue.Flower Size: 5 - 8cm (2 - 3 in.)
Flowering Time: April - May
Foliage Colour: Green
Care
General Maintenance: Provide the support of a trellis or arbor. Roots prefer a cool, shaded area, tops in the sun. Mulch to conserve moisture. Remove spent blooms to promote continuous bloom. Prune only weak or dead stems as soon as blooming is finished.Light: Full sun to partial sun.
Watering: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency.
Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil.
Fertilizer: Feed regularly beginning in spring up until buds are formed.
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