{"product_id":"clematis-bridgewater","title":"Clematis 'Bridgewater'","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClematis 'Bridgewater'\u003c\/strong\u003e is a large flowering clematis with rich purple blooms that appear in early to midsummer and often rebloom later in the season. Its climbing habit makes it ideal for trellises, fences, and vertical garden features while bringing strong color and vertical movement to sunny garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 - 10 ft x 2 - 3 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to midsummer with potential rebloom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moist well drained fertile soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; prefers consistent moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderately deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis clematis is a cultivated hybrid selected for ornamental flower size, color intensity, and repeat blooming performance rather than a native species selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracted to the tubular flower structure and rich nectar supply during peak bloom periods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws in a variety of butterflies including Swallowtails and Painted Ladies which feed on the open blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisited frequently by native bees and bumblebees which collect nectar from the large open flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 24 - 36 in apart to allow vines adequate room to establish and climb freely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest used on trellises, fences, pergolas, or garden structures where its vertical growth habit and showy blooms can be fully displayed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalamagrostis acutiflora 'Karl Foerster' (Feather Reed Grass)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides upright vertical contrast and structured movement alongside the climbing vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote' (Lavender)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds fragrant low growing contrast that softens the base of taller plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydrangea petiolaris (Climbing Hydrangea)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends vertical interest with large textured foliage and seasonal blooms on nearby structures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNepeta faassenii 'Walker's Low' (Catmint)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Creates a soft flowing ground layer that contrasts with the strong vertical habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRosa 'New Dawn' (Climbing Rose)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Pairs well on structures with layered vertical bloom interest and extended seasonal color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":46487776460961,"sku":"CLEMATIS BRIDGEWATER","price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/files\/Clematis_Bridgewater.png?v=1781797473","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/clematis-bridgewater","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}