Clematis Miss Cholmondeley

Miss Cholmondeley Clematis

Clematis ‘Miss Cholmondeley’ is a classic, long-admired large-flowered clematis known for its soft lavender-blue blooms and refined, graceful presence. Its cool pastel coloring and generous flower size make it an elegant choice for trellises, arbors, and garden focal points.


Plant Profile
Type: Deciduous flowering vine

Mature Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 8–12 ft



Bloom:



Large (6–8 in.) rounded, star-shaped flowers



Soft lavender-blue petals with slightly lighter midribs



Creamy-yellow stamens



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



Foliage: Medium green; clean and supportive of 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, elegant habit



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



Soft blue-lavender color blends beautifully with whites, pinks, and deeper purples



Classic, romantic appearance suited to cottage and formal gardens



Reliable rebloom with proper care




Care Notes


Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead or weak stems



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



Mulch roots to keep soil cool and evenly moist

Plant type

Vine

Height

8-12'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Lavender

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees butterflies birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Trellis

Shape

Climbing

Drought tolerant

No