Wayside Gardens Clematis Boulevard Ravel
Best compact climber for gardeners seeking long-lasting vertical color.
This compact climber delivers an aggressive, season-long display of deep purple blooms that most vines can't match. It demands a bit of extra care to keep its roots cool and shaded, but the reward is a high-impact vertical focal point that thrives even in colder climates.
$34.95
Who it's for
- Flower lovers seeking multiple color displays per season
- Landscapers wanting high-impact, reliable floral color
- Urban gardeners with limited patio or balcony space
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners intimidated by complex pruning schedules
- Gardeners unable to monitor for fungal disease symptoms
- Impatient growers expecting immediate, full-scale results
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering from late spring through summer offers exceptional seasonal color.
Vertical Versatility
Compact vining habit adapts perfectly to trellises, containers, or mixed borders.
Climate Adaptability
Impressive cold hardiness down to Zone 4 ensures reliable perennial performance.
Maintenance Ease
Simple hard pruning requirements make long-term care manageable for most gardeners.
Root Sensitivity
Requires specific attention to keep root zones cool and consistently moist.
Wildlife Interaction
Lacks specific pollinator attraction and offers no natural deer resistance.
Key Specs
SKU
29888
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
60 in
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Moisture Requirements
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Start
Mid Spring
Bloom End
Late Summer
Growth Habit
Vine
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial, Shrub
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