Clematis cirrhosa var. balearica

Also Known As

Clematis cirrhosa 'Balearica'
Fern Leaved Clematis

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 12'-15'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

7a-9b

Clematis cirrhosa var. balearica plant details

Clematis cirrhosa var. balearica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and winter cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis cirrhosa var. balearica

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis cirrhosa var. balearica

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Vigorous, evergreen vine to 12-15', native to the Balearic Islands and Corsica. Winter blooming, showing off from November to February in Oregon, the fragrant flowers are pale cream and flecked red inside. Leaves are deeply cut and tinted bronze -- just a bit. Sun to part shade in rich soil with good drainage and average summer water. Cold hardy to USDA zone 7.