If you're looking for a clematis with rich, velvety color, you'll be in heaven with Grunwald. These large eggplant-purple blooms feature a dramatic lighter-colored reverse on the sepals. They flower so abundantly that they're an asset for the cutting garden and charming in bouquets and vases. The large vine makes an excellent trellis or arbor climber, too. Clematis 'Grunwald'

In our EZ Pruning Guide, this variety is in the GREEN pruning category. These Clematis bloom on new vines that emerge from the ground each year or stems from near the bottom of older vines. Prune hard in the spring and as often as you like to encourage reblooming and keep the plant as tidy as you like.