Clematis General Sikorski

General Sikorski Clematis

Clematis ‘General Sikorski’ is a dependable large-flowered clematis valued for its rich lavender-blue blooms and excellent garden performance. The flowers hold their color well in summer heat, making this cultivar a favorite for long-season color on trellises and arbors.


Plant Profile
Type: Deciduous flowering vine

Mature Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 8–12 ft



Bloom:



Large (6–8 in.) rounded flowers



Lavender-blue petals with creamy-yellow stamens



Main bloom in late spring to early summer, with repeat flowering in late summer



Foliage: Medium green; attractive and dense enough to support heavy bloom

Zones: 4a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (morning sun with afternoon shade preferred)
Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soils
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture recommended

Pruning Group: Group 2 (light to moderate pruning)


Features & Uses


Form: Upright to gently spreading climber with a strong, balanced habit



Excellent for trellises, pergolas, fences, obelisks, and arbors



Clear blue tones pair well with white, pink, or deep purple companions



Reliable repeat bloomer with good heat tolerance




Care Notes


Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead or weak stems



After the first flush of flowers, lightly trim to encourage rebloom



Keep roots cool with mulch or low-growing companion plants

Plant type

Vine

Height

8-12'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees butterflies birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Trellis

Shape

Climbing

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No