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Clematis Marmori

Marmori Clematis

Clematis ‘Marmori’ is an eye-catching large-flowered clematis valued for its soft pink blooms highlighted by deeper rose striping. The flowers have a refined, slightly marbled look that gives this variety its name, making it an elegant choice for vertical accents in the garden.


Plant Profile
Type: Deciduous flowering vine

Mature Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 8–12 ft



Bloom:



Large (6–8 in.) star-shaped flowers



Soft pink petals with darker rose-pink central bars



Creamy to pale yellow stamens



Main bloom in late spring to early summer with repeat flowering in late summer



Foliage: Medium green; clean and supportive of showy blooms

Zones: 4a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (morning sun with afternoon shade preferred)
Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Pruning Group: Group 2 (light to moderate pruning)


Features & Uses


Form: Upright to gently spreading climber with a balanced, manageable habit



Excellent for trellises, pergolas, fences, obelisks, and arbors



Soft pink coloration blends well with whites, blues, and purples



Elegant, classic look suited to cottage and formal gardens



Reliable rebloom with proper pruning




Care Notes


Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead or weak stems



After the first flush of blooms, lightly trim to encourage rebloom



Mulch roots to keep soil cool and evenly moist

Plant type
Vine
Height
10'
Width
2'
Hardiness zones
4–9
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Bloom time
Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer
Flower color
Pink
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Green
Attracts
Bees butterflies birds
Soil
Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Trellis
Shape
Climbing
Drought tolerant
No