Clematis Viticella Night Veil is a cultivated variety of Clematis viticella, a deciduous perennial climber originating from Italy and widely grown across Europe for its extended flowering season and reliability. This variety has been selected for its small, nodding, deep purple flowers and strong, vigorous growth habit. The plant develops woody stems capable of climbing 2–3 metres when supported, making it ideal for vertical spaces like pergolas, trellises, fences, and walls. Its leaves are medium green, providing a dense backdrop for the richly coloured flowers.
The nodding blooms are approximately 3–5 cm across, with a tubular base leading to outward-facing sepals. These blooms are complemented by contrasting yellow stamens, adding subtle texture to the deep purple hue. Flowering occurs from early summer, typically June, and continues through September, producing abundant clusters for continuous colour. Clematis Viticella Night Veil is a low-maintenance plant, tolerant of a wide range of soil types, provided they are well-draining, and thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Clematis Viticella Night Veil typically reaches a mature height of 2–3 metres, with a spread of 0.5–1 metre, making it suitable for pergolas, walls, fences, and trellises. The plant produces small nodding flowers measuring approximately 3–5 cm across, forming clusters along its stems from June to September. Its medium green leaves create a lush backdrop for the deep purple blooms, offering dense coverage and vertical impact. Supplied in a 3-litre nursery pot approximately 18–20 cm in height and 18 cm in diameter, the plant is well-established, allowing for quick planting and strong initial growth. Its vigorous climbing habit ensures rapid coverage of vertical supports, while its manageable size at the base makes it ideal for container planting or smaller garden areas.
