Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Vine
Height
84 inches
Width
48 inches
Light
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Zones
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Moderate
Lifespan
Perennial
Native To
Cultivated hybrid
Toxicity
Toxic if ingested, can cause skin irritation
The Story
Plant Bio
A compact, deciduous climber with large, star-shaped, violet-purple flowers, each with a striking reddish-purple central bar. It blooms profusely in late spring and early summer, with a secondary flush in late summer. Valued for its compact, manageable size, 'Edda' is perfect for containers and small garden spaces. It produces two flushes of spectacular, bicolored flowers, first on old wood and later on new growth. Pruning Group 2.
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Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck cuttings into moist soil, keep humid for 6 weeks
- Plant in well-drained soil with support structure
- Water regularly during first growing season
- Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring
- Prune in late winter to promote flowering
- Mulch around base to retain moisture
Pro Tip
Provide sturdy support and prune annually for best blooms.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water regularly during dry periods 🌱
- Prune after flowering to shape
- Feed with balanced fertilizer in spring
- Mulch to retain soil moisture
Don't
- Allow soil to become waterlogged ❌
- Neglect pruning after flowering
- Over-fertilize, which can reduce flowering
- Plant in deep shade
Seasonal Care Calendar
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Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Clematis Edda questions
What zones can Clematis Edda grow in?
Clematis Edda is hardy in USDA Zones 4–9. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Clematis Edda deer resistant?
Yes — Clematis Edda is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.
When does Clematis Edda bloom?
Clematis Edda typically blooms in late spring to early summer, late summer through early summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Clematis Edda need full sun?
Clematis Edda does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.
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