Compact, Long-Blooming Beauty Looking for a charming yet compact vine that bursts with blue blooms all summer long? Meet Bridgewater™ Clematis (Clematis 'EviGsy155')! A delectable soft pink, star-shaped bloom, with complementary red anthers! A Raymond Evison hybrid, Bridgewater™ is redefining what Clematis can do in a small garden space! This reblooming, long-flowering cultivar offers a generous flush of vivid violet-blue flowers from late spring to early fall. It’s not just beautiful, it's also a dwarf variety, perfect for containers, patios, and tight spaces where traditional Clematis vines would overwhelm. With a neat, mounding habit reaching only about 3-4 feet tall and wide, Bridgewater™ is ideal for gardeners craving color without the maintenance of a massive climber. The 3-4 inch flowers are a cool-toned dream, rounded and overlapping petals with a striking central tuft of stamens. The foliage is deep green and lush, acting as a refined backdrop for those profuse blooms. Though small in stature, it delivers big on charm and elegance! Key Features Dwarf, compact growth! Perfect for containers or small trellises Soft pink star-shaped flowers bloom from late spring through early fall Reblooming and flowers on both old and new wood Developed by Raymond Evison, a trusted name in Clematis breeding Cold-hardy and heat-tolerant from Zones 4 to 9 Attracts pollinators and adds elegance to vertical spaces Landscaping Uses Bridgewater™ Clematis stays under 4 feet tall with a tidy growth habit, making it ideal for intimate landscapes and accent plantings. Patio pots and balcony planters Small obelisks or trellises in flower beds Front-of-border accents in perennial gardens Vertical accents in cottage gardens Thrillers in mixed container arrangements Along fences, mailboxes, or pergola posts Care and Maintenance Bred by world-renowned Clematis breeder Raymond Evison, this little marvel is hardy in USDA Zones 4-9 and adaptable to both cool northern climates and sultry southern summers. A member of the large-flowered early group, it blooms on both old and new wood, giving you more flower power with less fuss. Bridgewater™ is a perennial vine with herbaceous growth. It's an easy-to-grow Clematis that is disease-resistant, reblooming, and thrives with a little training and good soil. Planting Time: Spring or early fall Sun Needs: Full sun to part shade (prefers roots shaded and tops in sun) Soil Needs: Well-drained soil rich in organic matter; dislikes wet feet Moisture Needs: Even moisture; don't let it dry out during bloom Arborist Mulch: Apply 3-4 inches of bark mulch or arborist mulch to keep roots cool and moist Fertilization Needs: Light, regular feeding in spring and summer Clematis Pruning Group 3: Reduce all stems down to 6-12" late winter/early spring spring to remove weak or dead stems. Special Needs/Perks/Growing Tips: Keep roots cool and shaded, use mulch or companion plants Deer resistant and rabbit tolerant Thrives in containers with vertical support Great for urban gardens, balconies, and courtyards Let This Little Blue Climber Be the Bridge to More Blooms With its compact frame and nearly non-stop flower show, Bridgewater™ Clematis bridges the gap between space limitations and floral abundance. Whether you're gardening on a balcony or in a sprawling cottage garden, this petite powerhouse is here to dazzle. Buy now and Nature Hills will ship your new garden lovely to your doorstep.