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purple clematis

A purple clematis is a show-stopping addition to any New Zealand garden, loved for its bold blooms and its ability to climb fences, pergolas, or trellises with ease. With their rich, royal hues and long flowering season, purple clematis varieties bring vibrancy and elegance wherever they're planted. Whether you have a cottage garden bursting with colour or want a single striking climber to stand out, these versatile plants will not disappoint.

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Acer platanoides 'Nigrum'

Acer platanoides 'Nigrum' is a striking deciduous tree valued for its large deep purple foliage and impressive shade creating canopy. The richly coloured leaves emerge dark and maintain their dramatic appearance through the growing season before developing warm autumn tones.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 15.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Japanese
Hoya 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' flower cluster.

Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple'

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Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' is a stunning evergreen climber prized for its thick glossy foliage and clusters of richly coloured star shaped flowers. The blooms are beautifully scented and appear on mature plants over an extended period, making this variety a favourite among indoor plant collectors and tropical garden enthusiasts.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 1.50 m
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
Clematis montana 'Rubens' pink flower with purple-green foliage.
Clematis montana 'Rubens'

Clematis montana 'Rubens' is a vigorous and stunning deciduous climber known for its profusion of soft pink, vanilla-scented flowers in spring. The...

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Fraxinus 'Purple Spire'

Fraxinus 'Purple Spire' is an elegant deciduous tree admired for its upright narrow habit and outstanding autumn foliage that develops rich purple...

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Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii'

Fagus sylvatica 'Riversii' is a magnificent deciduous tree admired for its rich deep purple foliage that creates a dramatic display from spring until...

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Lavender 'Major' plants with purple flowers above olive-green foliage.
Lavender 'Major'

Lavender 'Major' is an impressive lavender variety known for its tall flower spikes and rich purple blooms held above aromatic grey green foliage...

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Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain' specimen tree.
Fagus sylvatica 'Purple Fountain'

The Purple Fountain beech is a variety of European Beech tree that features colourful foliage and weeping branches. The glossy leaves emerge deep...

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Clematis jackmanii superba growing on a fence with purple flowers.
Clematis jackmanii 'Superba'

Clematis jackmanii 'Superba' is a classic and much loved clematis variety known for its large, velvety purple flowers that bloom profusely from mid...

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Clematis 'Warszawska Nike'

Clematis 'Warszawska Nike' is a vigorous deciduous climber renowned for its large velvety deep purple flowers with contrasting golden stamens...

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Clematis 'Honora' dark pink flower.
Clematis 'Honora'

Clematis 'Honora' is a beautiful deciduous climber admired for its large lavender purple flowers with creamy white stamens that bloom from summer...

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Clematis 'Fireworks'

Clematis 'Fireworks' is a spectacular deciduous climbing vine admired for its very large violet purple flowers highlighted with vivid crimson bars...

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Clematis 'Barbara Jackman' stunning purple and pink flower.
Clematis 'Barbara Jackman'

Clematis 'Barbara Jackman' is a stunning deciduous climber renowned for its large violet blue flowers with reddish purple bars that create a...

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Clematis 'Sweet Heart' white flowers.
Clematis 'Sweet Heart'

Clematis 'Sweet Heart' is grown for its exquisite flowers. It produces masses of showy, pink flowers from spring through summer. The foliage is...

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Clematis 'Vagabond' purple flower.
Clematis 'Vagabond'

Clematis 'Vagabond' is grown for its exquisite flowers. It produces showy, dark purple flowers en masse from spring through summer. The foliage is...

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Clematis 'Arabella' light purple flowers.
Clematis 'Arabella'

Clematis 'Arabella' is a delightful, non climbing clematis variety admired for its masses of rich purple blue flowers produced throughout summer. It...

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Clematis 'Aotearoa'

Clematis 'Aotearoa' is a stunning deciduous climbing plant prized for its large violet blue flowers with creamy centres that create a spectacular...

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Clematis 'Andromeda'

Clematis 'Andromeda' is an elegant deciduous climber valued for its large, pale pink and white flowers and refined climbing habit. The striking...

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Clematis 'John Warren' pink and white flowers.
Clematis 'John Warren'

Clematis 'John Warren' is a striking clematis variety admired for its large, star shaped flowers with lilac pink petals and striking magenta veining...

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Clematis marmoraria plant with yellow flowers.
Clematis marmoraria

Clematis marmoraria is grown for its delicate and pretty flowers. The flowers are cream-green and produced en masse through spring. The foliage is...

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Clematis 'HF-Young' blue flowers.
Clematis 'HF Young'

Clematis 'HF Young' is grown for its beautiful and showy flowers. The large flowers are mid-blue and produced en masse through spring and summer. The...

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Clematis armandii white flowers.
Clematis armandii

Clematis armandii is a vigorous, evergreen climber admired for its glossy green foliage and masses of fragrant white flowers in early spring. Native...

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Clematis paniculata white flowers.
Clematis paniculata

Clematis paniculata, known as Puawhananga, is a stunning native New Zealand climber celebrated for its masses of fragrant white flowers in spring and...

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Clematis 'Ville de Lyon' pink flowers and lush green foliage.
Clematis 'Ville de Lyon'

Clematis 'Ville de Lyon' is a vigorous deciduous climber celebrated for its large carmine red flowers with contrasting golden stamens that bloom from...

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Clematis afoliata yellow flowers.
Clematis afoliata

Clematis afoliata is a slender, scrambling vine that does not carry leaves. During spring the plants burst into flower with masses of fragrant...

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Clematis 'Duchess of Edinburgh'

Clematis 'Duchess of Edinburgh' is an elegant deciduous climber prized for its large double white flowers and refined climbing habit. The layered...

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Clematis Allanah dark pink flower.
Clematis 'Allanah'

Clematis 'Allanah' is a striking deciduous climber valued for its large, richly coloured flowers and vigorous climbing habit. The bold blooms create...

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Clematis montana climber growing up a trellis with masses of elegant, pink flowers.
Clematis montana

Clematis montana is a very hardy and vigorous climber that produces masses of light pink flowers from spring through summer. The foliage is dark...

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Clematis hookeriana flowers.
Clematis hookeriana

Clematis hookeriana is a rare and charming NZ native clematis species valued for its delicate white, bell shaped flowers that appear in spring. Its...

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Acaena inermis purpurea with small purple leaves.
Acaena purpurea (Piripiri)

Acaena purpurea, commonly known as Purple Bidibidi, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover admired for its striking purple foliage and creeping...

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Boronia 'Purple Jared'

Boronia 'Purple Jared' is a beautiful evergreen shrub admired for its masses of richly coloured purple flowers and fine aromatic foliage. The highly...

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Dodonaea viscosa purpurea shrub with colourful, purple foliage growing an an informal hedge.
Dodonaea viscosa purpurea (Purple Hop Bush)

Dodonaea viscosa purpurea, commonly known as Purple Ake Ake, features lush, purple leaves which are held densely off upright stems. The foliage is...

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Clematis forsteri cream-yellow flowers in a large cluster.
Clematis forsteri

Clematis forsteri is a NZ native climber that features showy and scented, white flowers in spring. The flowers are contrasted nicely by the dark...

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Acer platanoides 'Nigrum'

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Why Grow Purple Clematis?

Purple clematis offer a dazzling palette of shades – from deep velvety purples to lighter mauves and violet blues. Many gardeners choose them for their stunning contrast against brick walls, wooden structures, or bright green foliage. Most varieties are vigorous climbers, quickly covering vertical spaces and offering privacy, or acting as living “walls” full of texture and interest. Plus, their long flowering season means months of colour, especially when planted near other clematis with different bloom times.

Popular Purple Clematis Varieties

Among the many purple clematis available in New Zealand, a few stand out for their exceptional garden performance and striking flowers:

Planting and Care Tips

To get the best from your purple clematis, plant in a sunny or lightly shaded spot with rich, free-draining soil. Clematis love to have their “heads in the sun, feet in the shade” – so mulch well or plant low-growing companions around the base. Water regularly through dry spells, and feed with a balanced fertiliser each spring. Most purple clematis types benefit from a prune in late winter or early spring, encouraging strong growth and prolific flowering.

Creative Uses for Purple Clematis

Purple clematis are natural climbers but can also be grown as flowering groundcovers, trained over obelisks in containers, or even allowed to spill gracefully over a low wall. Combine them with white or pale pink roses for an eye-catching contrast, or pair several clematis varieties together for a tapestry of colours that evolves across the seasons.

No matter your garden style, a purple clematis is sure to provide months of enjoyment and endless compliments. Explore our full range, including Clematis jackmanii Superba, Clematis 'Honora', Clematis 'Sweet Heart', Clematis 'Vagabond', and Clematis 'Arabella', to find the perfect purple clematis for your space.

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