Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Striking, 5-inch, purple flowers cover the Fleuri™ clematis from May through August. The blooms are a deep, rich, purple shade with magenta stripes in the middle of each petal, a contrasting center, and ruffled edges. The Fleuri™ clematis is a smaller cultivar bred as a member of the compact patio clematis collection and sometimes also referred to as ‘Evipo042’ or early large-flowered clematis. This bee-attracting plant only grows about 4 feet tall but reaches that height quickly each spring.
This clematis cultivar offers a compact size, so is well suited for small spaces like patio gardens, raised beds, and containers. Position it next to a mailbox or fencepost or in a large planter surrounded by annuals, for example, to take full advantage of its vertical yet condensed growth habit. The deep purple tones of this plant make it an excellent companion for shrubs and annuals that are light colored.
Fleuri™ Clematis Care
The ideal position for clematis allows the plant plenty of sunlight but protects the roots from intense heat. Grow the clematis in part shade or full sun, but if it receives hot afternoon sun, add a thick layer of mulch around the base or grow smaller plants over the root zone for added protection from extreme heat. To encourage vigorous growth, make sure the soil is moist and well drained with a neutral or slightly alkaline pH. Clematis is a heavy feeder, so plan to fertilize it monthly in the spring and summer or according to fertilizer label instructions.
Cut the Fleuri™ clematis back to about 12 inches above the soil level each spring, just before growth begins. Make the cut just above a pair of strong buds. This cultivar blooms on new growth.
Fleuri™ Clematis Spacing
This compact clematis grows about 3-4 feet tall and 2 feet wide, making it an excellent cultivar for containers or small garden spaces. This clematis requires a container size of at least 3 gallons, but take care to choose a container type and size that will not cause the roots to overheat.
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Compare flower color, plant size, garden use, and the traits that distinguish each compact clematis selection.
| Variety | Flower Color & Pattern | Size | Best Fit | Standout Trait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple-blue with darker purple bar | Compact | Patio containers & front borders | Large ruffled flowers with repeat bloom | |
| Velvety purple with rosy undertones | Taller compact | Containers & short trellises | Rich color with a long bloom season | |
| Violet with deeper purple stripes | Compact | Small gardens & patio pots | Extremely free-flowering | |
| White with pale pink-violet stripe | Taller compact | Partial shade & containers | Strong stems for cutting | |
| Bright pink with magenta accents | Compact | Partial shade & containers | Ruffled petals and repeat bloom | |
| Lavender with magenta accents | Compact | Containers & short trellises | Large 4–5" long-lasting flowers | |
| Near white with purple stamens | Very compact | Pots & small-space displays | Dense growth with little support needed | |
| Deep purple | Compact | Sunny containers & small gardens | Deep flower color contrasts with pale foliage | |
| Rosy pink | Taller compact | Containers, roses & cottage gardens | Exceptionally free-flowering | |
| Icy blue with red anthers | Compact | Partial shade & patio containers | Long flowering season and cut flowers | |
| Icy blue with yellow anthers | Taller compact | Porch, patio & balcony containers | Large 5" ruffled flowers | |
| Blue-violet with magenta anthers | Compact | Entryways, patios & balconies | Reliable repeat flowering | |
| Burgundy to reddish purple | Compact | Pots & hanging baskets | Trailing stems and rebloom after trimming | |
| Strong deep red with dark center | Compact | Sunny patios & containers | One of the deepest red compact clematis | |
| White with magenta anthers | Taller compact | Containers, walls & trellises | Wavy white 3–4" flowers | |
| Bright purple | Compact | Patios & hanging baskets | Produces trailing flowering stems | |
| Pale lavender with white central band | Taller compact | Partial shade & patio pots | Subtle color for shaded settings | |
| Soft glowing pink with burgundy stamens | Taller compact | Partial shade & containers | Flowers from low on the vine upward | |
| Purple-violet with pale center | Compact | Patios, decks & small spaces | Unusual pale-centered flowers | |
| Blue with cream and magenta accents | Taller compact | Patio containers & mixed beds | Flowers along stems plus decorative seed heads | |
| Indigo to saturated purple | Compact | Containers & narrow gardens | Saturated color on a restrained vine | |
| Pink with dark pink central bars | Taller compact | Partial shade & containers | Early flowering with fall rebloom | |
| Bright magenta with darker veining | Compact | Containers & narrow beds | Saturated flowers with repeat bloom |
Fleuri™ Clematis Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 4 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 3-4 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 2-3 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Climbing
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Purple
- Flower Description
- Deep Purple
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Blooms On
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Both New and Old Wood
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"Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune.
- New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms.
- Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms.
- Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms.
- When to Prune
- Lightly, right after the first flush of flowers
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Fleuri™ Clematis
- Also Known As
- Fleuri Clematis
- Botanical Name
- Clematis Fleuri
- Plant Type
- Perennial
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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