Northwest Blooms · Vines
Clematis 'Venosa Violacea'
Venosa Violacea Clematis
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 8 to 12 feet
- Width
- Varies with support structure
- Flower color
- White/lavender with violet-purple veins and edges
- Foliage color
- Green, ovate leaves
- Bloom time
- Mid-summer to early fall
- Light
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Moderate
- Maintenance
- Moderate; prune after blooming, needs trellis or support
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 4 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
About this plant
Clematis 'Venosa Violacea' is an elegant climber known for its eye-catching blooms, which feature white to lavender petals at the center, with rich purple veins that gradually intensify in color towards the edges. The flowers have a dramatic two-tone effect, making them stand out in the garden. This clematis blooms from mid-summer through early fall, offering months of vibrant color.
Originating from hybridization efforts to produce distinct and ornamental varieties, 'Venosa Violacea' is admired for its unique color pattern and long bloom season. It is a perfect choice for adding vertical interest to trellises, fences, or walls, bringing elegance and charm to summer and fall landscapes.
Works well in
Arbors & Trellises · Fences & Walls · Vertical Screening · Cottage Gardens · Pollinator Gardens
Companion plants
Sedums · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Boxwood · Hardy geraniums
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 in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
