Log in Start trial

Leatherflower

Clematis Viorna

Design with this plant

Overview

The Leatherflower, Clematis viorna, is a climbing vine with urn-shaped, leather-textured blossoms in colors ranging from pink to deep purple. Flowers bloom from late spring to early fall, reaching a length of 3-6 inches, with an equally appealing silvery seed heads post-bloom. This North American native prefers well-drained soil, partial shade, and a structure to support its 6-10 feet climb. Hardy, it's a stunning addition for garden trellises or fences.

Sun Full, HalfZones 4–9Type VineClimate Temperate

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — vine for full or half; offering both visual appeal and reliability

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
USDA zones: 4–9

Shape & size

Mature height: 5–10 Ft.
Mature width: 3–8 Ft.

Classification

Type: Vine
Family: Ranunculaceae
Climate: Temperate

See full data, regional cultivation notes, and design tools. Build a client presentation around this plant.

Start your 14-day trial

Photos (184)

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — making it an excellent choice for vertical interest; moist conditions and benefit from mulching or the shade of, image 106

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — This clematis is also less susceptible to clematis wilt, a common fungal issue, making it a robust choice

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — features captivating bell-shaped flowers with a leathery texture

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — <br><br>With a moderate growth pace; it prefers a sunny to partly shaded location with well-draining soil, image 140

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — vine for full or half; offering both visual appeal and reliability, image 90

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — features captivating bell-shaped flowers with a leathery texture; leatherflower maintains its shape and vigor, image 132

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — This North American native prefers well-drained soil; is an elegant addition to any landscape design

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — with an equally appealing silvery seed heads post-bloom

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — its low maintenance and resilient nature make it an alluring prospect for any client's garden; vine with lavender, image 146

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — moist conditions and benefit from mulching or the shade of low-growing companion plants; offering a unique mix of beauty and

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — It prefers a sunny to partly shaded location with well-draining soil, thriving in USDA zones 4 through 9; its low, image 137

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — When integrating Leatherflower into your designs; this clematis is also less susceptible to clematis wilt, a, image 145

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — When integrating Leatherflower into your designs; this clematis is also less susceptible to clematis wilt, a common fungal

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — the flowers bloom from late spring to early fall; with an equally appealing silvery seed heads post-bloom

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — This clematis is also less susceptible to clematis wilt, a common fungal issue, making it a robust choice; is a, image 112

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — This North American native prefers well-drained soil; is an elegant addition to any landscape design, image 96

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — This North American native prefers well-drained soil; is an elegant addition to any landscape design, image 126

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — Displaying a rich range of colors from a creamy yellow to deep purples and some with reddish-pink hues; lavender, image 73

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — Displaying a rich range of colors from a creamy yellow to deep purples and some with reddish-pink hues; lavender and purple

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — lending texture to the winter landscape; clematis viorna is well-suited for trellises, image 84

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — the flowers bloom from late spring to early fall; with an equally appealing silvery seed heads post-bloom, image 104

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — making it an excellent choice for vertical interest

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — Its roots appreciate cool; flowers bloom from late spring to early fall, image 138

Leatherflower (Clematis Viorna) — lavender and purple flowers in the garden

Photographs by 15 contributors

Matt Lavin, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Tess Mattew, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Audrey from Central Pennsylvania, USA, CC BY 2.0 · source
Chris Combe from York, UK, CC BY 2.0 · source
Wilhelm Zimmerling PAR, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Fritzmann2002, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Wen-Qi Zhu, CC BY 4.0 · source
Alex Lomas, CC BY 2.0 · source
Missvain, CC BY 4.0 · source
peganum from Henfield, England, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Nativeplants garden, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
peganum, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
peganum from Small Dole, England, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Matt Lavin from Bozeman, Montana, USA, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source

Related plants

Anemone Clematis (Clematis Montana) — it is essential to provide it with well-drained soil and a position in full sun to partial shade

Vine

Anemone Clematis

Clematis Montana

FullUSDA 3–10

Arabella Clematis (Clematis X 'Arabella') — Each blossom spans 2-3 inches across, adding vibrant color and visual interest

Shrub

Arabella Clematis

Clematis X 'Arabella'

Beesia (Beesia Deltophylla) — is an evergreen perennial treasured for its heart-shaped glossy leaves and delicate bloom

Ground cover

Beesia

Beesia Deltophylla

Deep ShadeUSDA 6–9

Belladonna Delphinium (Delphinium X Bel. 'Bellamosum') — perennial with blue and violet blooms; deadheading spent flowers will promote a potential second bloom

Perennial

Belladonna Delphinium

Delphinium X Bel. 'Bellamosum'

Black Negligee Snakeroot (Actaea 'Black Negligee') — Recognized for its striking

Perennial

Black Negligee Snakeroot

Actaea 'Black Negligee'

Black Snakeroot (Actaea Racemosa) — It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8

Perennial

Black Snakeroot

Actaea Racemosa