Clematis Violet Charm

Violet Charm Clematis

Clematis ‘Violet Charm’ is a refined large-flowered clematis admired for its soft violet-purple blooms and graceful, well-balanced habit. The flowers have a gentle, elegant look rather than an overly bold presence, making this cultivar easy to blend into a wide range of garden styles.


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 violet to lavender-purple petals with subtle lighter midribs



Creamy to pale yellow stamens



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



Foliage: Medium green; clean and attractive

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 violet coloring pairs beautifully with whites, pinks, blues, and silvery foliage



Elegant appearance suited to cottage, traditional, 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 repeat flowering



Mulch roots to keep soil cool and evenly moist

Plant type

Vine

Height

6'

Width

2'

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, Birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Trellis

Shape

Climbing

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No