Northwest Blooms · Vines
Clematis 'Gravetye Beauty'
Gravetye Beauty Clematis
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 8 to 12 feet
- Width
- 2 to 3 feet
- Flower color
- Ruby red, tulip-shaped flowers
- Foliage color
- Deciduous green leaves
- Bloom time
- Mid-summer through early fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Regular
- Maintenance
- Prune hard in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies
About this plant
Clematis 'Gravetye Beauty' is a deciduous climber known for its vibrant, deep red, tulip-shaped flowers that bloom profusely from mid to late summer. The nodding blooms feature slightly recurved petals, giving them a delicate, elegant appearance, and they are complemented by a faint, pleasant fragrance.
This clematis was named after the historic Gravetye Manor in Sussex, England, where it was introduced as part of efforts to cultivate unique and ornamental garden plants. 'Gravetye Beauty' is often used to enhance pergolas, trellises, or walls, where its rich blooms provide visual interest. It pairs beautifully with other climbers or shrubs, making it a versatile choice for creating layered garden designs.
Works well in
Arbors & Trellises · Fences & Walls · Vertical Screening · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Boxwood · Hardy geraniums · Hostas · Ferns · Climbing roses · Columbines
Design tip
Fall bloom is its strength, and it earns a place near a path or seating area used late in the year. 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.
