Clematis Sea Breeze Clematis Sea Breeze = 'Zo09063' (PBR) (Vt)
ABOUT
The Clematis Sea Breeze is a vibrant and ornamental flowering plant known for its striking appearance. The flowers of this Clematis are of a noteworthy feature, characterized by their large, rounded shape and a delightful blend of pastel hues that shift from a pale pink at the fringes towards a deeper pink at the flower's center. This gradient imparts a soft and refreshing visual like a gentle sea breeze. These sizable blooms consist of multiple layers of delicate, petal-like tepals that overlap slightly, creating an intricate and textured floral display. Adding to the display, at the heart of each flower lies a prominent tuft of stamens, often a contrasting shade of yellow or cream, which stand out beautifully against the pink petals and serve as an attractive centerpiece. The foliage of this Clematis provides a complementary backdrop to its blossoms; it comprises lush green leaves that are compound, with each leaf cluster arranged along slim, climbing stems that provide structural support for the plant's growth habit. This Clematis typically blooms prolifically during its flowering season, blanketing the plant in a profusion of blossoms that can turn a supporting structure into a wall of color. It is common to see this plant used to adorn features such as trellises, walls, or arbors, where it can artfully drape its foliage and flowers, creating a picturesque garden element that draws the eye and adds a romantic touch to the landscape.
About this plant
NamesFamily
Ranunculaceae
Synonyms
Sea Breeze Clematis
Common names
Clematis Sea Breeze = 'Zo09063' (PBR) (Vt).
ToxicityTo humans
Clematis 'Sea Breeze', commonly known simply as clematis, is not considered highly toxic to humans. However, all parts of the plant can be mildly irritating if ingested due to its content of glycosides and irritating compounds. If ingested, symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and excess salivation. In some cases, there may be a burning sensation in the mouth or throat. Contact with the sap may cause skin irritation or dermatitis for sensitive individuals.
To pets
Clematis 'Sea Breeze', or clematis, can be toxic to pets if ingested. The plant contains glycosides that can cause symptoms such as drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, and in severe cases, possible seizures or collapse. Additionally, it can be irritating to the skin and mucous membranes. It's advisable to seek veterinary care if a pet ingests any part of a clematis plant.
CharacteristicsLife cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Blue
Height
6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters)
Spread
3-4 feet (0.9-1.2 meters)
Plant type
Climber
Hardiness zones
4
Native area
Europe
Benefits
General Benefits- Attracts Pollinators: The Clematis 'Sea Breeze' produces flowers that attract bees and butterflies, contributing to pollination in the garden.
- Easy to Grow: Known for its hardiness and adaptability, this variety is suitable for many climates and is relatively low-maintenance.
- Aesthetic Appeal: With its delicate violet-blue flowers, it adds visual interest and beauty to garden spaces and structures.
- Versatile Planting: Suitable for trellises, arbors, walls, and fences, it can be used for vertical gardening and to create beautiful displays.
- Seasonal Interest: Blooms from late spring to early summer, providing seasonal color and interest in the garden when many other plants are not at their peak.
- Improves Garden Structure: Can be used to cover unsightly areas, adding structure and form to the garden landscape.
- Compact Growth: Being a more compact variety, it's well-suited for smaller gardens or containers where space is limited.
- Deciduous Foliage: Offers a seasonal display with its foliage, which changes throughout the year, dying back in winter and regenerating in spring.
Medical PropertiesThis plant is not used for medical purposes.
Air-purifying QualitiesThis plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
Other Uses- Artistic inspiration: Clematis Sea Breeze can be used as a muse for artists looking to capture the complex structure and vibrant colors of flowers in their paintings, drawings, and photography.
- Education and research: Botany students and researchers can study the Clematis plant's growth habits, reproduction methods, and climbing mechanisms.
- Eco-friendly dye: Petals from the Clematis Sea Breeze may be used to create natural dyes for textiles, offering a sustainable alternative to synthetic dyes.
- Garden design: The cascading growth habit of Clematis Sea Breeze can be used in garden design to create vertical accents or to soften harsh architectural lines.
- Floral arrangements: Fresh or dried Clematis Sea Breeze flowers can be incorporated into bouquets and floral displays for a touch of elegance.
- Fragrance extraction: Though not a common application, the subtle fragrance of Clematis Sea Breeze could potentially be captured and used in perfumery.
- Insect habitat: The dense foliage and flowers of Clematis plants can offer shelter and food sources for beneficial garden insects like bees and butterflies.
- Creative crafts: Dried vines and flowers of Clematis Sea Breeze can be used in crafting for creating wreaths, garlands, or other decorative items.
- Garden therapy: The act of planting and caring for Clematis Sea Breeze may be used as a therapeutic activity to promote mental well-being and relaxation.
- Photography prop: Due to its distinctive appearance, the plant can serve as an excellent prop or background in portrait photography.
Interesting Facts
Feng ShuiThe Clematis is not used in Feng Shui practice.
Zodiac Sign CompitabilityThe Clematis is not used in astrology practice.
Plant Symbolism- Mental Agility: Clematis plants often symbolize the ability to adapt and think quickly, much like how the vine twists and turns as it grows.
- Ingeniousness: Due to its climbing nature and the way it finds routes to ascend, the clematis represents cleverness and resourcefulness.
- Beauty: With its delicate flowers, the clematis is commonly associated with physical and aesthetic beauty, emphasizing appreciation for the finer things in life.
- Artistic Inspiration: Artists have long been inspired by the clematis' diverse colors and forms, making it a symbol of creativity and the muse.
WaterThe Clematis Sea Breeze should be watered deeply once a week, ensuring that the soil is moist but not waterlogged. During hot, dry periods, increase watering frequency to twice a week. It is best to use about 1 gallon of water per plant for each watering session to guarantee that the moisture reaches deep into the root system. Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of fungal diseases, and instead water at the base of the plant. During the winter months, reduce watering as the plant goes dormant and requires less moisture.
LightClematis Sea Breeze thrives best in a location that receives full sun to partial shade. Ideally, provide it with about 6 hours of sunlight each day, ensuring that the roots are shaded or mulched to keep them cool. Morning light with afternoon shade or dappled sunlight throughout the day is optimal for promoting healthy growth and abundant blooms.
TemperatureClematis Sea Breeze grows well in a temperature range between 50°F and 85°F. It can survive winter temperatures down to approximately 20°F, but it should be protected from harsh frosts. To ensure vigorous growth and flowering, maintain an environment where the climatic conditions are moderate and prevent exposure to extreme heat above 90°F.
PruningPrune the Clematis Sea Breeze to encourage strong growth and flowering by cutting back the plant to a set of strong buds about 1 to 2 feet above the ground, early in the spring before new growth begins. This plant blooms on new wood, so annual pruning is essential. Additionally, dead or weak stems should be pruned out to maintain plant health.
CleaningAs needed
SoilThe best soil mix for Clematis (common name) is one that is well-draining with a good amount of organic matter, such as compost or well-rotted manure, and has a pH close to neutral (around pH 7). A blend of loam, peat moss, and perlite or coarse sand is ideal to provide the necessary drainage and nutrients.
RepottingClematis should be repotted every 2 to 3 years to refresh the soil and accommodate root growth. It's preferable to repot in late winter or early spring before the plant enters its active growing phase.
Humidity & MistingClematis thrive in moderate humidity conditions. They don't require high humidity and are quite adaptable to the natural outdoor humidity levels in most temperate climates.
Suitable locationsIndoor
Grow with ample light and stake for support.
Outdoor
Plant in sun to part shade, train on structures.
Hardiness zone
4-9 USDA
Life cycleClematis Sea Breeze, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, begins its life cycle with the germination of seeds in fertile, well-drained soil, typically in early to mid-spring. Seedlings emerge with initial growth focused on developing root systems and shoots. As the plant matures through the vegetative stage, it develops climbing stems and compound leaves vital for photosynthesis and growth. By late spring to early summer, the Clematis Sea Breeze enters the flowering stage, producing pale blue to violet blooms that are pollinated by insects, leading to the production of seed heads. After the blooming period, the plant goes into a phase of senescence in the fall where the top growth dies back, though the root system remains alive to enable dormancy over winter. In subsequent seasons, the plant breaks dormancy, resumes growth, and repeats the flowering cycle, growing larger and more prolific with each passing year.
PropogationPropogation time
Spring-Early Summer
The most popular method of propagation for the Clematis Sea Breeze, also known as a type of clematis vine, is by softwood cuttings. This process typically takes place in the spring when the plant's new growth is about 4 to 6 inches long (10 to 15 centimeters) and the stems are mature enough yet still flexible. A cutting, which is a segment of the stem, is taken just below a set of leaves. The lower leaves are removed, and the cut end is often dipped into a rooting hormone powder to encourage root development. The cutting is then planted in a mixture of peat and perlite and kept under high humidity conditions until roots have developed and the plant can be transplanted outdoors.
