Clematis Boulevard Ravel
Best compact climber for gardeners seeking long-lasting vertical color.
Clematis Boulevard® Ravel™ is a stunning deciduous climbing vine that brings vibrant color to your garden from late spring through late summer. It features beautiful purple-blue flowers with dark purple centers, adding vertical interest to any landscape. This clematis thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers its roots kept cool and shaded. Growing 4 to 5 feet tall, it's ideal for trellises, arbors, containers, or weaving through shrubs. Cold hardy to Zone 4, it requires moist, well-draining soil and benefits from hard pruning in late winter to promote vigorous growth and abundant blooms.
$32.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 2996
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+19%
Above average
SKU
29888
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
Features
- Heavy and repeat blooming for continuous color
- Vining habit adds vertical garden interest
- Versatile for containers, beds, or climbing
- Easy to grow with clear pruning guidance
- Flowers from late spring into late summer
- Cold hardy to Zone 4
- Attracts with purple-blue blooms
- Requires roots kept shaded and cool
What customers say
The Clematis Boulevard Ravel earns high marks for its remarkable reliability and superior bloom quality. Gardeners consistently report that the plants arrive healthy and establish quickly, demonstrating vigorous growth and dependable performance across various climates. The deep, vibrant color and impressive size of the flowers are frequently highlighted, confirming that this variety delivers on its promise. This clematis is viewed as a worthwhile investment due to its robust nature and stunning, reliable display year after year.
Know before you buy
You can plant low-growing perennials or annuals at the base of the vine to provide natural shade. Alternatively, placing a layer of mulch or flat stones over the root zone effectively keeps the soil temperature down.
Yes, the Boulevard Ravel is well-suited for containers due to its compact 4 to 5-foot height. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage holes and is large enough to accommodate the root system as it matures.
This plant benefits from hard pruning in late winter. Cut the stems back to a pair of strong buds about 6 to 12 inches above the ground to encourage vigorous new growth and a heavy flush of flowers.
Yes, this variety is cold hardy down to Zone 4. It is a perennial that will go dormant in the winter and return in the spring, provided it is planted in well-draining soil to prevent root rot during the colder months.
While it is a vining plant, it is versatile enough to be trained onto a trellis, arbor, or fence. You can also allow it to weave through existing shrubs for a more natural, informal look.
It thrives in full sun to part shade. While it enjoys sunlight to produce its purple-blue blooms, protecting the roots from direct, intense heat is essential for the plant's overall health.
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