Clematis flammula

Also Known As

Fragrant Virgin's Bower

Plant type

vine

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 5'-20'

planting zones

4a-9b

Clematis flammula plant details

Clematis flammula is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen vine with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis flammula

Plant type: vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: almond-scented, fragrant, small flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis flammula

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thousands of lightly perfumed starry white flowers cover this beauty in midsummer. Plant near a patio or deck and enjoy its fresh fragrance! Small Flowered Clematis. This is a Group 3 (C) Clematis, which means it flowers later in summer and into fall in colder climates. In warmer climates it may begin blooming much sooner. Group 3 Clematis form flowers on new growth each year, so for the best display and neatest look they should be pruned back hard each spring to about two feet off the ground or even less if desired. However, if you are training one of these into a tree or onto an overhead arbor they should be left much longer. Look for fat, healthy buds on sturdy canes and make your cut just above them. Remove dead or damaged branches any time.

By: Brushwood Nursery

Lovely star-shaped heavenly scented flowers in pendulous clusters. One of my favorite species for scampering up a small tree or large shrub. Vine to 20'