Clematis Anna Louise 'Evithree'

Anna Louise Clematis

Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 7 to 8 feet
Width: 1.5 to 2 feet
Flower color: Purple petals with a violet-red center stripe
Foliage color: Deciduous green leaves
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer, with a second flush in late summer to early fall
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Regular
Maintenance: Prune lightly in early spring to remove dead stems, and after the first flush to encourage new blooms
Growing zone: USDA zones 4 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and bees

About this plant

Clematis Anna Louise 'Evithree' is a deciduous climber that delights with its large, vibrant flowers from late spring to early summer and again in late summer to early autumn. The blooms feature rich purple petals with a violet-red stripe running down the center, complemented by creamy-white stamens. This combination creates a bold yet elegant display, perfect for brightening garden structures or walls.

Anna Louise 'Evithree' originates from the United Kingdom and has become a popular choice for gardeners seeking a long-flowering climber with dramatic coloration. Its robust and versatile growth makes it well-suited for trellises, fences, and containers, offering a beautiful and reliable option for enhancing vertical spaces.

Works well in

Arbors & Trellises · Fences & Walls · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens

Companion plants

Lady's mantle · Hellebores · Hydrangeas · Astilbes · Foxgloves · Bergenias

Design tip

Late flowers extend the season, so set it behind or beside plants that finish in midsummer. Train the main stems early on a trellis or fence so the growth spreads sideways rather than bunching at the top.

Where to see it

This plant can be seen at the Rogerson Clematis Garden.