Stand by Me Lavender Bush Clematis

'Stand by Me Lavender' is a non-vining herbaceous clematis with an upright habit and lavender bell-shaped flowers. It reaches about 34–38 inches tall and spreads 24–36 inches, bringing vertical color to perennial borders and containers without twining onto a support. [Proven Winners profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/clematis/stand-me-lavender-bush-clematis-clematis-hybrid) ## Seasonal Interest Flowers open from late spring through summer above broad green foliage. Stems die back to the ground at the end of the growing season, and the plant returns from its crown. Bees and butterflies visit the flowers; the breeder also lists resistance to deer and rabbits. [Proven Winners profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/clematis/stand-me-lavender-bush-clematis-clematis-hybrid) ## Growing Conditions Grow it in full sun or light shade in average, well-drained soil. Keep the root zone shaded and use mulch to maintain moisture. The listed hardiness range is USDA zones 3a–7b. Flowering stems may need a cage, staking, or support from neighboring plants. [Proven Winners profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/clematis/stand-me-lavender-bush-clematis-clematis-hybrid) ## Maintenance In spring, cut old stems to about 3–4 inches tall so fresh shoots can emerge from the crown. [Proven Winners profile](https://www.provenwinners.com/plants/clematis/stand-me-lavender-bush-clematis-clematis-hybrid)