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‘Étoile Violette’ Clematis (Clematis) – climbing plant with large violet flowers

‘Étoile Violette’ Clematis (Clematis) – climbing plant with large violet flowers

Purple flowering climber

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Diamètre : 9 cm · Hauteur : 35 cm
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Clematis 'Étoile Violette': a profusion of deep violet single flowers with yellow stamens from July to September

Clematis 'Étoile Violette' (Clematis viticella 'Étoile Violette') is a floriferous climbing plant, ideal for quickly covering a wall, fence, trellis or pergola. A Viticella Group clematis, it is literally covered in dozens of flowers and is one of the hardiest and easiest varieties to grow. Available individually or in a multipack, it is offered here as vigorous young plants: depending on the option you choose, you will receive 1, 2, 4 or 6 plants.

  • Flowering: a profusion of deep violet single flowers with yellow stamens, from July to September
  • Foliage: deciduous, fresh green, fading unobtrusively in winter to reveal its climbing woody stems
  • Exposure: full sun to partial shade; shade at the base and sun at the top for best results
  • Hardiness: hardy down to -20 °C, it withstands French winters without protection
  • Uses: wall, fence, trellis, pergola, arch, or a large patio pot with a support
  • Packaging: pack of 1, 2, 4 or 6 Clematis 'Étoile Violette' plants, in Ø9 cm pots, approximately 35 cm tall, ready to plant and climb from the very first season

Sourced directly from our partner growers, these young Clematis 'Étoile Violette' plants establish easily and quickly reward you with generous, colourful blooms.

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‘Étoile Violette’ Clematis (Clematis) – climbing plant with large violet flowers

Propriétés des plantes

‘Étoile Violette’ Clematis (Clematis)


Exposition
Sun to partial shade
Eau
Regular
Difficulté de culture
Easy
Toxicité animaux
Toxic (cats, dogs)
Rusticité
Down to -20°C
Hauteur à maturité
3 to 4 meters
Sol
Rich, fresh, well-drained, humus-rich
Rempotage
In a pot: replace the top 5 cm of potting soil each spring
Fertilisation
For potted plants: a potash-rich liquid fertilizer from spring to late summer
Distance de plantation
About 1 meter
Plante à protéger du gel
No
Type de climat
Tempered
Nom latin
Clematis 'Étoile Violette' (Viticella group)
Noms communs
Clematis, Clematis viticella
Famille botanique
Ranunculaceae
Origine
Horticultural hybrid (Viticella group)
Port
Climbing
Forme du feuillage
Penne pasta dish
Couleur du feuillage
Green
Couleur de floraison
Deep purple, cream stamens
Mois de floraison
July to September
Feuillage
Null and void
Parfumé
No
Mellifère
No
Usage
Trellis, pergola, fence, gazebo
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About ‘Étoile Violette’ Clematis (Clematis) – climbing plant with large violet flowers

Does the 'Étoile Violette' clematis flower in its first year after planting?

Supplied as a well-established 9 cm pot-grown plant, Clematis 'Étoile Violette' can produce its first flowers in the same season it is planted, provided it receives the right exposure and watering. However, the display becomes more abundant in the second and third years as the plant fills out: this is typical of clematis, which become more spectacular each year. Flowering lasts from July to September.

How tall can the 'Étoile Violette' clematis grow at maturity?

The 'Étoile Violette' clematis reaches 3 to 4 meters at maturity, making it ideal for a fence, trellis, pergola, or arch. Growth is rapid once the plant is established: expect 1 to 1.5 m of growth per season in favorable conditions. Provide a sturdy support from the time of planting.

Can the 'Étoile Violette' clematis be grown in a pot on a balcony or terrace?

Yes, the young Ø9 cm size is well suited for starting off in a pot. Eventually, choose a container of at least 30 to 40 litres per plant, a rich, well-draining potting mix, and install a support (trellis, obelisk, or mesh) at planting. In a pot, watering is more frequent than in the ground, and a fertilizer for flowering plants from March to September supports blooming. Keep the pot in the shade, with the top of the plant in the sun.

How to prune the 'Étoile Violette' Clematis without losing its flowers?

The 'Étoile Violette' clematis belongs to size 3, the easiest group to prune: it flowers only on new growth. At the end of winter, cut all stems back to 30 to 50 cm above the ground, just above a pair of vigorous buds. The plant will grow back each spring with an even more generous display of flowers; there is no risk of doing it wrong.

Which plants to pair with the 'Étoile Violette' Clematis in the garden?

Clematis 'Étoile Violette' pairs particularly well with climbing roses, with which it shares supports and fills in gaps in their flowering. Its deep purple colour harmonises with lavender, ornamental sage and hardy geraniums at the foot of a wall. To protect the base from the heat, plant a discreet ground cover (such as lady's mantle or heuchera) or place it on a lightly flowering shrub, which it will dress with colour without outcompeting.

When to plant Clematis 'Étoile Violette' in the ground?

The ideal time for planting is in spring (March to May) or autumn (September to October), avoiding frost and heatwaves. In practice, potted plants can be planted all year round, provided the soil is neither frozen nor scorching. Planting in autumn, when the soil is still warm, encourages root establishment before winter and promotes more abundant flowering the following spring. Remember to bury the crown 5 cm deep when planting.

Is the ‘Étoile Violette’ clematis resistant to clematis wilt?

Clematis wilt, caused by the fungus Phoma clematidina, is the main disease affecting the genus. Proper planting greatly reduces the risk: bury the crown about 5 cm below the surface, so that in the event of an attack, the underground buds allow the plant to regrow the following season. Well-drained soil and watering at the base (without wetting the foliage) also limit problems. As a Viticella group clematis, this variety is renowned for its particularly high natural resistance to wilt.

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The essentials about ‘Étoile Violette’ Clematis (Clematis) – climbing plant with large violet flowers

Clematis 'Étoile Violette' (Clematis viticella 'Étoile Violette'): characteristics and benefits

The Clematis 'Étoile Violette' (Clematis viticella 'Étoile Violette') is one of the most floriferous clematises of the genus. A Viticella group clematis, it is literally covered with dozens of flowers and is among the most robust and easiest of the genus. Its flowering, a myriad of deep purple single flowers with yellow stamens, unfolds from July to September.

Where to plant the Clematis 'Étoile Violette'? Exposure and hardiness

The Clematis 'Étoile Violette' is preferably planted in full sun or partial shade, with at least 5 to 6 hours of light per day. The golden rule of clematis applies: head in the sun, foot in the shade. A thick mulch or a low plant protects the roots from the summer heat, while the rootstock, hardy down to -20 °C, gets through the winter without protection. Discover our entire selection of climbing plants coming directly from our partner growers.

How to maintain the Clematis 'Étoile Violette'?

  • Soil: fresh, rich and well-drained. Amend with compost and bury the crown by 5 cm when planting. Avoid heavy and waterlogged soils.
  • Watering: regular during the first season, then reduced once the plant is established. In a pot, water as soon as the substrate dries on the surface.
  • Pruning: group 3, cut back all stems to 30-50 cm at the end of winter.
  • Support: install a trellis, wire mesh or arch at planting; the clematis climbs by wrapping its petioles around thin supports.

Clematis 'Étoile Violette' in the garden: flowering, foliage and associations

As the season progresses, the Clematis 'Étoile Violette' is covered with deep purple flowers that catch the eye throughout the summer. Its deciduous, plain green foliage densely covers the support before revealing the woody stems in winter. Its vigorous growth makes it perfect for quickly covering a large support.

Buy the Clematis 'Étoile Violette' at Plant and Stories

Plant and Stories offers the Clematis 'Étoile Violette' as young plants, Ø9 cm pot, approximately 35 cm tall, coming directly from our partner growers. Available individually or in lots (1, 2, 4 or 6 plants), it is easy to plant and quickly rewards with generous flowering. Add it to your cart and give your garden several months of color.

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