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purple clematis montana

The search for "purple clematis montana" often brings gardeners to a treasure trove of vibrant climbing plants ideal for New Zealand gardens. While the classic [Clematis montana](/shop/product/climbers/clematis-montana) is beloved for its clouds of pink or white flowers, those seeking a purple touch will find a variety of clematis cultivars that offer rich, purple blooms with Montana’s renowned vigour. This guide explores your best options for enjoying the beautiful hues of purple in the garden with clematis vines, introduces standout varieties, and provides tips for thriving clematis displays on walls, fences, and pergolas.

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Fagus sylvatica Dawyck Purple

Fagus sylvatica Dawyck Purple, commonly known as the Purple Beech tree, is grown for its beautiful colours and slender growth habit. The foliage emerges purple-red in spring, ages to become near black during summer, then develops shades of brown in autumn before falling.

From $270.40

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 12.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Avenues, Hedging, Parks, Specimen, Topiary
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
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Mesembryanthemum Purple Splendour

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“Purple Splendour” is a variety of the commonly known, Iceplant, and is an herbaceous perennial grown for its spreading nature and pretty flowers. It bears masses of showy, purple flowers through spring and summer. These are held just above the succulent-like, green-purple foliage.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Succulents
Height: 10 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Extended dry periods, Hardy, Wind
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock, Tropical
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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Werauhia sanguinolenta

This variety of Bromeliad is grown for its amazingly coloured foliage. It features green leaves with a purple undertone, and dark purple on the leaf...

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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...

From$99.95
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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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Leptinella pusilla (Purple Brass Buttons)

Leptinella pusilla is a low growing evergreen groundcover valued for its delicate fern like foliage and ability to form a dense carpet of greenery...

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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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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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Bougainvillea 'Purple Patch' purple-pink flowers and variegated foliage.
Bougainvillea 'Purple Patch'

Bougainvillea ‘Purple Patch’ is a dazzling climbing plant that delivers an abundance of rich purple bracts through the warmer months. Perfect for...

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A large Phormium 'Dark Delight' plant with elegant, purple foliage.
Phormium 'Dark Delight'

Phormium 'Dark Delight', also known as Dark Purple Flax, is a bold New Zealand native flax prized for its broad, upright leaves in deep purple to...

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Hoya 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' flower cluster.
Hoya pubicalyx 'Royal Hawaiian Purple'

Hoya 'Royal Hawaiian Purple' is a stunning evergreen climber prized for its thick glossy foliage and clusters of richly coloured star shaped flowers...

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Nestegis montana narrow green leaves on a tree.
Nestegis montana (Narrow-Leaved Maire)

Nestegis montana is a hardy and attractive native tree of New Zealand, known for its upright growth habit and glossy green foliage. This evergreen...

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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 '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 '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 '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 montana 'Mayleen'

Clematis montana 'Mayleen' is a vigorous deciduous climber prized for its masses of fragrant pink flowers and attractive bronze tinted new foliage...

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Clematis montana 'Freda' pink flowers.
Clematis montana rubens 'Freda'

Clematis montana rubens ‘Freda’ is a compact deciduous climber producing masses of rich deep pink flowers in late spring. The blooms are set against...

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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 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 to...

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Clematis 'Snowflake' growing on a fence and featuring masses of white flowers and lush, green foliage.
Clematis montana 'Snowflake'

Clematis montana ‘Snowflake’ is a vigorous, fast-growing climber that produces a breathtaking display of fragrant, pure white flowers in late spring...

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Masses of Clematis montana 'Elizabeth' pink flowers.
Clematis montana 'Elizabeth'

Clematis montana 'Elizabeth' is grown for its masses of fragrant and showy flowers. This deciduous vine features mauve-pink flowers which fade to a...

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Clematis montana 'Marjorie' flowers.
Clematis montana 'Marjorie'

Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ is a vigorous deciduous climber prized for its profusion of semi-double, soft pink flowers in late spring. Each bloom...

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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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Mangave 'Purple People Eater' plant with purple leaves.
Mangave Purple People Eater

Mangave Purple People Eater is an impressive succulent that features a rosette of thick, purple leaves with a blue-green undertone. They are leathery...

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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 '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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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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Clematis integrifolia plant with blue flowers and lush green foliage.
Clematis integrifolia

Clematis integrifolia is a hardy and compact clematis variety prized for its nodding, bell shaped blue flowers that bloom from late spring through...

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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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Fagus sylvatica Dawyck Purple

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Is There a True Purple Clematis Montana?

If you're looking for a true "purple clematis montana," it's helpful to note that most Montana types display pink, soft rose, or creamy white shades. However, some hybrids and related varieties offer deeper hues with a purple tinge, especially among the Montanas and their close relatives. Clematis montana Mayleen dazzles with its blush-pink flowers that, in certain light, reveal a purplish undertone and intense fragrance—while retaining the classic vigour and reliability of the Montana group.

Purple and Mauve Clematis Alternatives

Since the Montana species itself rarely comes in a true purple, many New Zealand gardeners pair their pink Montanas with richly hued clematis for maximum impact. Consider planting alongside Clematis 'Vagabond', a brilliant compact climber covered in deep purple-blue blooms, or Clematis jackmanii Superba, famed for its large, vivid purple flowers through summer. These striking varieties grow beautifully intertwined with Montana clematis and add intense depth to your colour palette.

The Best Montana Varieties for Colour

For those captivated by soft, blushed tones, Clematis montana rubens 'Freda' offers dusky pink flowers that hint at lavender, especially as the blooms mature. This variety combines the vigour and low maintenance of the Montana group with flowers that deepen in colour in cooler weather. Gardeners after a sea of spring blooms, excellent scent, and robust growth habit appreciate both ‘Freda’ and Clematis montana Mayleen for masses of blossoms covering fences and trellises.

Planting and Growing Tips

To bring out the richest colours in purple clematis and related Montanas, plant your vine in a spot with morning sun and afternoon shade. Clematis prefer well-draining soil and will climb enthusiastically with the support of wires or trellises. Pruning lightly after flowering keeps the plant healthy without sacrificing next year’s blooms. For borders, arches, or old trees, Montana clematis and their purple companions are hard to beat for early-evening fragrance and long-lasting spring display.

Choose Your Perfect Clematis

While a true "purple clematis montana" is rare, you can achieve that luxurious look by thoughtfully combining Clematis montana with its outstanding purple-flowered friends. Browse our full range of clematis cultivars—including Clematis montana Mayleen, Clematis 'Vagabond', Clematis montana rubens 'Freda', and Clematis jackmanii Superba—and create a climbing garden display that bursts with every shade of purple, pink, and white imaginable.

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