Niobe Clematis

Clematis ‘Niobe’ is a deciduous climbing vine renowned for its deep reddish-purple, velvety flowers that open in early summer and rebloom into early autumn. Large, saucer-shaped petals with contrasting creamy stamens sit atop vigorous, woody stems, creating a dramatic display on trellises, pergolas and fences. ‘Niobe’ thrives in full sun to part shade when roots are kept cool and moist in fertile, well-drained soil.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Clematis ‘Niobe’
• Common name: Niobe Clematis
• Hardiness zones: 4–8
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade (cool root zone)
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, neutral to slightly alkaline soils
• Water needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture around roots
• Size at maturity: 2–3 m tall × 1–2 m wide (6–10 ft × 3–6 ft)
• Maintenance: Prune in late winter or early spring (Group 2) to remove dead wood and encourage blooms
• Flower colour: Deep reddish-purple
• Bloom time: Early summer with repeat flowering into early autumn
• Advantages: Long-lasting blooms; vigorous growth; ideal for vertical accents; great contrast with foliage