Olympia Clematis
Best compact flowering vine for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, wildlife-friendly vertical color.
The Olympia Clematis is a vigorous, woody vine that brings stunning blue flowers with cream and magenta accents to your garden from late spring through fall. Bred by Raymond Evison, this adaptable plant thrives in containers or trained on a trellis, reaching 3 to 5 feet tall. It offers continuous beauty as a Group 2 re-bloomer and provides winter interest with its fuzzy seed heads. This variety is highly valued for attracting hummingbirds while naturally resisting deer and rabbits, making it a reliable and beautiful addition to any landscape.
$31.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
29
/ 3083
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
+16%
Above average
Mature Height
35
/ - Feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a bold, high-impact visual focal point
- Busy homeowners wanting consistent, low-maintenance summer color
- Landscapers needing fast-growing coverage for vertical structures
Who should skip it
- Novice gardeners intimidated by specific annual pruning requirements
- Plant owners concerned about managing fungal disease risks
- Minimalists preferring plants that do not require heavy infrastructure
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous re-blooming from late spring through fall ensures constant garden color.
Pest Resistance
Naturally deters deer and rabbits, saving you from constant protective maintenance.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies to your landscape.
Versatility
Compact size makes it equally suited for patio containers or vertical trellising.
Hardiness Range
Thrives across a wide variety of climates from zones four through nine.
Maintenance Ease
Requires specific root shading to reach its full, vigorous growth potential.
Key Specs
Mature Height
3 - 5 Feet
Mature Width
2 - 3 Feet
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-9
Sunlight Exposure
Partial Shade to Full Sun
Plant Type
Climbing Vine
Flower Color(s)
Purple
Pruning Group
2 (Re-blooming)
Botanical Name
Clematis ‘Evipo099’
Features
- Re-blooms on old and new wood
- Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Suitable for patio containers
- Bred by renowned Raymond Evison
- Provides winter interest with seed heads
- Requires root shading for best performance
What customers say
Customers express high satisfaction with the Olympia Clematis, primarily focusing on exceptional plant quality and reliable delivery. Reviewers consistently praise the robust health and established size of the specimens received from Plant Addicts, often exceeding expectations for an online purchase. The meticulous packaging is frequently highlighted for ensuring the delicate vines arrive in pristine condition, ready for planting. This superior initial state leads to successful establishment and vigorous growth reported by gardeners. While some note the total cost is slightly premium, the overwhelming consensus is that the superior health and proven reliability of the plant fully justify the investment, making this a highly recommended choice.
Know before you buy
Yes, as a climbing vine, it performs best when trained on a trellis, fence, or other support structure to help it reach its full height of 3 to 5 feet.
Group 2 clematis bloom on both old wood from the previous year and new growth from the current season. This allows for a longer flowering window, typically starting in late spring and continuing through fall.
Absolutely. The Olympia Clematis is well-suited for containers, provided you use a pot with good drainage and ensure the roots stay cool and shaded.
Clematis prefer their 'heads in the sun and feet in the shade.' You can achieve this by planting low-growing perennials around the base of the vine or by placing a layer of mulch or decorative stones over the root zone to keep the soil cool.
The Olympia Clematis is hardy in USDA zones 4 through 9. It is a perennial that will go dormant in winter, and it even provides visual interest during the colder months thanks to its fuzzy seed heads.
Yes, this variety is naturally resistant to deer and rabbits, making it a reliable choice for gardens where these animals are common pests.
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