Clematis Standard Niobe
Discover the Clematis Standard Niobe, an award-winning flowering plant that brings stunning color to your garden. It boasts rich, velvety burgundy-red blooms, beautifully contrasted by pale yellow stamens, and flowers prolifically from summer through fall. Its compact vining habit is perfect for adding vertical interest to smaller spaces or containers. This easy-care perennial thrives in sun to part sun conditions and is hardy in zones 4-9, making it a dependable and attractive choice for attracting beneficial butterflies.
$14.75
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
2994
/ 3083
#2994 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-47%
Below average
Mature Height
810
/ - feet tall
Who it's for
- Unique Architectural Form
- Deep Velvety Red Blooms
- Reliable and Hardy Perennial
Who should skip it
- Requires Staking and Support
- Specific Pruning Requirements
- Susceptible to Clematis Wilt
Key Specs
Mature Height
8-10 feet tall
Spacing Requirement
18 inches apart
Planting Depth
1 inch deep
Bloom Time
Summer through Fall
Plant Type
Starter Plant 1 Year Plug
Color
Burgundy, Red
Hardiness Zones
4 through 9
Care Level
Easy
Features
- Award-winning burgundy-red velvety flowers
- Prolific bloomer from summer to fall
- Compact vining habit for small spaces
- Attracts beneficial butterflies
- Easy care and dependable color
- RHS Award of Garden Merit winner
What customers say
Customer satisfaction centers on the Niobe clematis's eventual stunning, deep red blooms and vigorous growth once established. Buyers are thrilled when they receive healthy plants, praising the strong root systems and the dramatic vertical impact of the standard form. However, a recurring issue involves shipping stress. Some customers report plants arriving smaller than expected for a standard or struggling initially, which diminishes the perceived value given the premium cost. The core experience hinges on the plant's resilience immediately following delivery. Those receiving robust specimens confirm the Niobe's excellent quality and performance, while others feel let down by inconsistent initial plant health and sizing.
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