Photo of Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' flower by Brushwood Nursery

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Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'

Plant type

vine

size

  • H: 6'-8'
  • W: 15"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-11

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Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' plant details

Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' is a broadleaf deciduous vine with green foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'

Plant type: vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
Uses: big flowers, container plant, repeat-blooming, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'

USDA Zones: 4a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' has elegant creamy white flowers with yellow and white stamens that are among the earliest to bloom of the large-flowered cultivars. The flowers are 6-8 inches wide and bloom on vines 6-9 feet tall. Tolerant of part shade. Blooms in May, June, and August. Pruning group B1.
Guernsey Creamexhibits 6-inch single, creamy white flowers with a yellow-green bar which mature to pure white. Blooms profusely, becoming literally covered in flowers in late spring and repeating in late summer! Pairs excellently with roses -- try adding Veilchenblau and Colette for a soft blend of pastels or adding Pinata and Joseph's Coat Roses for vibrant bursts of color!

Gardening facts about Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' plant

How to Grow Clematis 'Guernsey Cream'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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