Zosia brings bold beauty in a petite package. With rich, dark red flowers that mature into a rosy pink, this early large-flowered clematis is perfect for gardeners who want high-impact color in tight spaces. Each bloom features burgundy anthers perched on pale yellow-green filaments, adding extra depth and contrast to the already dramatic sepals. Bred by renowned Polish hybridizer Szczepan Marczyński, Zosia offers reliable performance in a compact, climbing form that fits beautifully on patios, balconies, fences, or low trellises. Velvety Flowers Shift in Color: The blooms open a deep, velvety red and gradually lighten to warm pink, giving you a multi-tone show on a single plant. Burgundy anthers provide elegant contrast and further accentuate these stunning hues. Space-Saving Habit With Vertical Impact: Zosia tops out at just 3–5 feet, making it an excellent choice for containers, small garden structures, or tight spaces where larger clematis would overwhelm. It's proof that you don't need a lot of space to enjoy showstopping blooms. Low-Maintenance Early Bloomer: Part of our Yellow Prune Group, Zosia flowers on old wood. This means less aggressive pruning; trim lightly after flowering to keep the shape tidy. Early-season blooms arrive in late spring, popping with color when many other perennials are just getting warmed up. In our EZ Pruning Guide, this variety is in the YELLOW pruning category. It blooms best on old vine. Use caution when pruning to retain healthy stems from last season for best flowering.
