Tumaini™ Clematis

Light Needs

Part Shade to Full Sun

(3+ Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

4 Feet

Mature Spread

2 Feet

Growing Zones

4 to 9

Tumaini™ Clematis (Clematis ‘EviGsy151’ PBR) enriches the garden with large, violet-colored flowers accented by deeper stripes down each petal, adding a bright jolt of color from late spring through early fall. Reaching just 3–4 feet high, it’s compact enough for patios or small-space gardens yet floriferous enough to create a real visual impact. Each flower features creamy filaments with dark wine-red anthers, delivering a memorable contrast against the lush green foliage. Ideal for patio containers, trellises, or obelisks, this spectacular bloomer brings a long, colorful season with minimal space requirements.

In addition to its standout flowers, Tumaini™ Clematis offers excellent disease resistance and typically resists deer browsing. This variety hails from the famed Raymond Evison breeding program, known for producing reliable and easy-to-grow Clematis. Its medium-size makes it suitable for borders, containers, or simply brightening a dull wall. Whether grouped with other clematises for a mix of hues or left to shine on its own, Tumaini™ transforms small gardens and urban courtyards into spaces of continuous color.

Tumaini™ Clematis Care

Plant in moist, fertile, well-draining soil, ensuring the crown is set about 2–4 inches below the surface to protect dormant buds. Provide regular watering, especially during the first growing season, and choose a location that receives at least four hours of daily sun (though partial shade is acceptable). A balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer in spring helps maintain vigorous growth and encourages abundant blooms. Cover the roots with a thin layer of mulch or surround them with low-growing plants to keep them cool in hot climates.

Remove old, damaged, or weak stems in late winter or early spring to shape the vine and promote healthy shoots. Light thinning of congested growth can lead to fuller flowering, while container-grown plants may need slightly more trimming to remain tidy. During winter, add a protective mulch layer in colder zones or move containers to a sheltered spot. Shallow, consistent watering helps maintain strong root systems in pots or raised beds.

Tumaini™ Clematis Spacing

For trellis or fence plantings, allow roughly 2 to 3 feet between each vine to accommodate the climbing habit and prevent overcrowding. When used as a feature in a border or container, be sure to provide adequate air circulation by keeping it a foot or more from neighboring plants. If planting in a pot, select a container about 12 to 14 inches in diameter with good drainage to support root development and sustained, showy blooms.

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Variety	Flower Color & Pattern	Size	Best Fit	Standout Trait
Baroness Fookes™ Clematis	Purple-blue with darker purple bar	Compact	Patio containers & front borders	Large ruffled flowers with repeat bloom
Boulevard® Ravel™ Clematis	Velvety purple with rosy undertones	Taller compact	Containers & short trellises	Rich color with a long bloom season
Tumaini™ Clematis	Violet with deeper purple stripes	Compact	Small gardens & patio pots	Extremely free-flowering
Boulevard® Corinne™ Clematis	White with pale pink-violet stripe	Taller compact	Partial shade & containers	Strong stems for cutting
Boulevard® Vicki™ Clematis	Bright pink with magenta accents	Compact	Partial shade & containers	Ruffled petals and repeat bloom
Boulevard® Poseidon Clematis	Lavender with magenta accents	Compact	Containers & short trellises	Large 4–5" long-lasting flowers
Boulevard® Kitty™ Clematis	Near white with purple stamens	Very compact	Pots & small-space displays	Dense growth with little support needed
Fleuri™ Clematis	Deep purple	Compact	Sunny containers & small gardens	Deep flower color contrasts with pale foliage
Giselle™ Clematis	Rosy pink	Taller compact	Containers, roses & cottage gardens	Exceptionally free-flowering
Bernadine™ Clematis	Icy blue with red anthers	Compact	Partial shade & patio containers	Long flowering season and cut flowers
Boulevard® Zara™ Clematis	Icy blue with yellow anthers	Taller compact	Porch, patio & balcony containers	Large 5" ruffled flowers
Boulevard® Parisienne™ Clematis	Blue-violet with magenta anthers	Compact	Entryways, patios & balconies	Reliable repeat flowering
Picardy Clematis	Burgundy to reddish purple	Compact	Pots & hanging baskets	Trailing stems and rebloom after trimming
Boulevard® Nubia Clematis	Strong deep red with dark center	Compact	Sunny patios & containers	One of the deepest red compact clematis
Boulevard® Ninon Clematis	White with magenta anthers	Taller compact	Containers, walls & trellises	Wavy white 3–4" flowers
Boulevard® Edda Clematis	Bright purple	Compact	Patios & hanging baskets	Produces trailing flowering stems
Boulevard Tranquilité Clematis	Pale lavender with white central band	Taller compact	Partial shade & patio pots	Subtle color for shaded settings
Boulevard Sarah Elizabeth Clematis	Soft glowing pink with burgundy stamens	Taller compact	Partial shade & containers	Flowers from low on the vine upward
Boulevard Paulie Clematis	Purple-violet with pale center	Compact	Patios, decks & small spaces	Unusual pale-centered flowers
Olympia Clematis	Blue with cream and magenta accents	Taller compact	Patio containers & mixed beds	Flowers along stems plus decorative seed heads
Boulevard® Ines Clematis	Indigo to saturated purple	Compact	Containers & narrow gardens	Saturated color on a restrained vine
Boulevard Alaina Clematis	Pink with dark pink central bars	Taller compact	Partial shade & containers	Early flowering with fall rebloom
Boulevard® Acropolis Clematis	Bright magenta with darker veining	Compact	Containers & narrow beds	Saturated flowers with repeat bloom

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