Clematis 'Ramona'

Ramona Clematis

Clematis ‘Ramona’ is a classic large-flowered clematis admired for its clear lavender-blue blooms and reliable, repeat-flowering habit. The rounded, overlapping sepals give the flowers a full, refined look, making ‘Ramona’ a favorite for trellises, fences, and pergolas where soft blue tones are desired.


Plant Profile
Type: Deciduous flowering vine

Mature Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 8–12 ft



Bloom:



Large (6–8 in.) lavender-blue flowers with pale golden stamens



Main flush in late spring to early summer, with repeat bloom in late summer



Foliage: Medium green; provides a clean contrast to the blue flowers

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

Pruning Group: Group 2 (light to moderate pruning)


Features & Uses


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



Excellent for trellises, fences, obelisks, and pergolas



Clear blue color pairs beautifully with white, pink, or yellow companions



Reliable rebloom when lightly pruned after the first flush




Care Notes


Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead or weak stems



After first bloom, trim spent flowers to encourage repeat flowering



Keep roots cool with mulch or low companion plantings

Plant type

Vine

Height

10'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full sun to part 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

Fruit

Yes

Drought tolerant

No