Clematis versicolor
Also Known As
- Pale Leatherflower Clematis
Plant type
perennial, vine
size
- H: 6'-16'
- W: 1'-16'
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Clematis versicolor plant details
Clematis versicolor is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Clematis versicolor
- Plant type: perennial vine
- Plant family: ranunculaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 16 FT - wide, 6 FT - 16 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream and lavender blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: cutting garden, long-blooming, trellis
GROWING CONDITIONS for Clematis versicolor
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained
Gardening facts about Clematis versicolor plant
How to Grow Clematis versicolor
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- lavender
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Clematis for your garden
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Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
5a-10a
Size
Height: 5'-8'
Width: 1'-8'
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
aka Tube Clematis
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular
aka Old-man's Beard, Virgin's-bower, Western White Clematis, Yerba de Chiva
Plant Type
Groundcover, Vine
Zones
3a-12
Size
Height: 1'-30'
Width: 1'-30'
- sun - mostly shade
- high - regular
Plant Type
Perennial, Vine
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 7'-10'
Width: 3'-10'
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Armand's Clematis, Evergreen Clematis
Plant Type
Vine
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 20'-30'
Width: 7'-10'
- sun - shade
- even moisture - low
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