Clematis Niobe

Clematis Niobe

Why Buy Me?

• Rich, deep crimson-red flowers
• Long flowering season for reliable colour
• Elegant climber for walls and trellises
• Compact enough for smaller gardens and containers
• Easy to grow with striking visual impact

Key Features

Height & Spread: Typically grows to 2–3 m (6–10 feet) tall with a spread of around 1 m (3 feet).

Flowers: Large, velvety deep red flowers with contrasting creamy-yellow stamens. Early blooms are especially rich in colour, with slightly lighter tones later in the season.

Foliage: Mid-green deciduous leaves provide a clean backdrop for the dramatic blooms.

Growth Habit: Vigorous but manageable twining climber suitable for supports, fences, pergolas, and obelisks.

Hardiness: Hardy to approximately -15°C (5°F).

Growing Conditions

Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade. Best flowering occurs when roots are kept cool and shaded.

Soil: Grows best in fertile, moist, well-drained soil.

Exposure: Suitable for sheltered or moderately exposed garden positions.

Planting & Care

Planting Time: Best planted in spring or autumn.

Watering: Water regularly during establishment and dry spells.

Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring and mulch annually to conserve moisture.

Support: Provide trellis, wires, or other climbing supports.

Pruning: Clematis ‘Niobe’ is in Pruning Group 2. Lightly prune in late winter or early spring, removing weak stems and trimming lightly after the first flush of flowers if needed.

Seasonal Interest

Spring: Fresh green growth emerges followed by the first flush of deep red flowers.

Summer: Repeats flowering with slightly lighter blooms.

Autumn: Occasional late flowers may appear in mild conditions.

Winter: Deciduous stems provide structure until spring regrowth.

Wildlife & Garden Use

Attracts: Bees and pollinating insects.

Perfect For: Trellises, pergolas, arches, fences, and containers.

Companion Plants: Pairs well with climbing roses, lavender, salvia, and ornamental grasses.

Add rich, dramatic colour to your garden with Clematis ‘Niobe’ — a dependable and elegant climber that delivers deep red blooms and long-lasting seasonal interest. Order online today or visit your local garden centre for expert advice.