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purple clematis nz

Searching for the perfect purple clematis in NZ? These spectacular climbing plants are beloved in New Zealand gardens for their vibrant blooms and reliable performance. Whether you want to create a living wall, brighten up a pergola, or add vertical interest to a fence, purple clematis varieties provide powerful colour and an abundance of flowers from spring through autumn. Discover some of the most sought-after purple clematis options and get expert tips for planting, growing, and caring for clematis in New Zealand conditions.

Acaena inermis purpurea with small purple leaves.

Acaena purpurea (Piripiri)

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Acaena purpurea, commonly known as Purple Bidibidi, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover admired for its striking purple foliage and creeping growth habit. This evergreen perennial forms dense mats that provide year round colour and weed suppression. It is perfect for adding texture and contrast to pathways, borders, and eco-friendly landscapes.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 10 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Ground covering, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Native
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Fraxinus Purple Spire

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Fraxinus 'Purple Spire' is an elegant deciduous tree admired for its upright narrow habit and outstanding autumn foliage that develops rich purple and burgundy tones. This attractive shade tree is ideal for New Zealand gardens where space is limited but strong vertical structure is desired. It is perfect for avenues, feature planting, and larger residential landscapes.

From $387.55

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 8.00 m
Spread: 4.00 m
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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...

From$16.95
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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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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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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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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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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Lavender 'Sensation Purple' purple flowers above fresh, green foliage.
Lavender 'Sensation Purple'

Lavender 'Sensation Purple' is a compact and highly fragrant variety prized for its deep purple flower spikes and tidy growth habit. This popular...

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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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Mesembryanthemum Purple Splendour

“Purple Splendour” is a variety of the commonly known, Iceplant, and is an herbaceous perennial grown for its spreading nature and pretty flowers. It...

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Salvia Amistad with purple flowers and lush green foliage.
Salvia Amistad

Salvia Amistad is one of the purple Salvias grown for its rich display of flowers from summer through autumn. It produces long and slender, flower...

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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...

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Libertia grandiflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush, dark green foliage.
Libertia grandiflora (NZ Iris)

Libertia grandiflora, commonly known as NZ Iris, is a hardy New Zealand native perennial admired for its elegant white flowers and sword like green...

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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...

From$270.40
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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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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 'Honora' dark pink flower.
Clematis 'Honora'

Clematis 'Honora' is a striking climbing plant known for its large, velvety purple flowers that appear from early summer through autumn. Perfect for...

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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 '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 '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 'Elsa Spath' purple and pink flower.
Clematis 'Elsa Spath'

Clematis 'Elsa Spath' is a classic large flowering clematis prized for its stunning violet blue blooms with striking red anthers. Flowering from late...

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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 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 '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 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 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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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 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 Warszawska Nike

Clematis Warszawska Nike is a popular variety owing to its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces masses of showy, velvety, dark purple flowers...

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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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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 purpurea (Piripiri)

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Best Purple Clematis Varieties for NZ Gardens

With such a rich palette of purples available, choosing the right clematis for your garden can be a delightful challenge. Here are some standout varieties admired for their brilliant hues and resilience in New Zealand gardens:

How to Grow Purple Clematis in New Zealand

Clematis thrive in NZ’s temperate climate, provided they have the right spot and care. For best results, plant your purple clematis in well-drained, fertile soil with plenty of organic matter. Choose a position with at least six hours of sun per day, and remember the clematis motto: “head in the sun, feet in the shade.” This means shading the roots with mulch, low-growing perennials, or by planting amongst shrubs.

When planting, position the root ball 5 to 10cm deeper than it grew in the pot to encourage strong shoots and help prevent wilt. Water regularly through dry spells and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and again after the first flush of blooms.

Purple Clematis NZ: Design Tips

Incorporating purple clematis into your NZ garden adds vertical dimension and romance. These climbers are perfect for archways, pergolas, fences, or even scrambling through established shrubs and small trees. Try mixing varieties like Clematis jackmanii Superba and Clematis 'Vagabond' for a gradient of purple tones, or combine with white and pale pink varieties for contrast.

If you have a smaller space or a courtyard garden, consider compact growers such as Clematis 'Honora' or container-suitable options like Clematis 'Arabella'.

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Ready to add show-stopping colour to your garden? Browse our stunning selection of purple clematis and choose the perfect variety for your outdoor space. Whether you’re looking for classic tones, double-flowered beauty, or versatile growers, you’ll find exceptional options grown especially for New Zealand gardeners.

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