Clematis Ville de Lyon

Ville de Lyon Clematis

Clematis ‘Ville de Lyon’ is a classic viticella-type clematis renowned for its rich carmine-red to rose-crimson flowers and exceptional reliability. Blooming freely from early summer into fall, it delivers long-lasting color and is far more tolerant of heat, humidity, and pruning errors than many large-flowered clematis.


Plant Profile
Type: Deciduous flowering vine

Mature Size:



Width: 4–6 ft



Height: 10–12 ft



Bloom:



Medium-sized (3–4 in.) open flowers



Carmine-red to rose-crimson petals with subtle shading



Contrasting creamy-yellow stamens



Early summer through early fall



Foliage: Medium green; dense, healthy growth

Zones: 4a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, well-drained soils; highly adaptable
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established

Pruning Group: Group 3 (blooms on new wood)


Features & Uses


Form: Vigorous yet manageable climber with a relaxed, twining habit



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



Exceptionally long bloom season with heavy flower coverage



Color holds well without excessive fading



Very resistant to clematis wilt



Outstanding companion for roses




Care Notes


Prune hard in late winter or early spring to 12–18 in. above ground



Provide sturdy support early in the season



Mulch roots to keep soil cool and evenly moist

Plant type

Vine

Height

10-12'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Red

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Trellis

Shape

Climbing

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No