Clematis Ville de Lyon 

A French variety bred in the late 19th century, Ville de Lyon features stunning crimson–edged flowers with substantial texture and a distinct pink bar on current year's growth. The red shades fade and change with time, making the bloom interesting in all stages. Its large vine can be grown on arches, pergolas, lamp posts or fences. The perfect companion Clematis, Ville de Lyon plays well with others, especially with climbing roses such as Pearly Gates. Clematis 'Ville de Lyon'

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.