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17 August 2012 10:30 AM

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I thought it worth mentioning that one of the early favourites for BBs this year was Clematis alpina which I believe is Francis Rivis.  Blue outer petals with white inner petals.  Several bees at any one time.

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17 August 2012 11:55 AM #1

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Like this one?

http://www.crocus.co.uk/plants/_/climbers/clematis/bell-shaped-flowers/clematis-alpina-frances-rivis/classid.856/

     

18 August 2012 03:22 PM #2

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That picture does not show the inner white petals.

Here is a photo of mine plus BB.

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22 August 2012 04:02 PM #3

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I had never seen this flower before, but it’s certainly very beautiful, and clearly provides some food for bumblebees. Perhaps it’ll make the Bee kind list next year….

     
     

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