Photo of Clematis 'Silver Moon' flower by Brushwood Nursery

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Clematis 'Silver Moon'

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 4a-11

Clematis 'Silver Moon' plant details

Clematis 'Silver Moon' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis 'Silver Moon'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
Uses: award-winning, big flowers, trellis

GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis 'Silver Moon'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

It produces luminous silvery lilac flowers that really brighten up a partially shady spot in the garden. This selection is rarely seen in American gardens despite its worth. It is vigorous with healthy foliage and the blooms come steadily through summer without the doldrums encountered in many hybrids. Clematis Silver Moon has been given the Award of Garden Merit by the Royal Horticultural Society. Picton, UK, 1971. Pruning: 2.

Gardening facts about Clematis 'Silver Moon' plant

How to Grow Clematis 'Silver Moon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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