Clematis 'Candida'

Also Known As

Clematis x 'Lanuginosa Candida'
Candida Clematis
Lanuginosa Candida Clematis

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

4a-11

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Clematis 'Candida' plant details

Clematis 'Candida' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, alkaline, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Candida'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: big flowers

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Candida'

USDA Zones: 4a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clematis lanuginosa 'Candida' features a pure white flowers with yellow stamens. The crisp white 6-8" (15-20cm) blooms are displayed from June to September. Pruning group B2. The brilliant blooms and compact habit are ideal for containers, patios, and sma

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

It is also called C. lanuginosa Candida. Pure white, 6-inch flowers with creamy white to yellow stamens adorn this vigorous selection in early summer and again in late summer. Candida makes a great cut flower as well! (France 1862)

By: Brushwood Nursery

Loads of pure white 5-8" flowers are born in late spring to early summer and often again in late summer this free flowering and reliable heirloom Clematis cultivar. Pruning group 2 - prune immediately after flowering to promote reblooming. Clematis are often long-lived perennial vines that can live for 50 years+. These small-medium sized vines like conditions where their head is in the sun and their 'feet' are in the shade. A deep mulch, groundcover, or even a rock can provide the cool root zone that these easy perennials prefer.