Clematis virginiana

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Virginia Clematis (Clematis virginiana)
Buttercup Family

Virginia Clematis is a vigorous, deciduous climbing vine native to most of the Eastern US. Showy, fragrant clusters of small, creamy white to pale green flowers bloom in late summer to early fall. Flowers are followed by dense, fluffy, seed heads that can persist through winter, adding interest and texture to the garden in the colder months. These intricate, feathery seed heads are not only visually striking but also serve as a valuable food source for birds. Virginia Clematis is well-suited for covering trellises, arbors, and fences, as it can quickly climb and spread, making it an excellent choice for adding vertical interest to gardens. It thrives in a variety of soil conditions and light exposures, though it prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full sun. It closely resembles the invasive Sweet Autumn Clematis and can be distinguished by its three symmetrical, serrated leaves and later bloom time. Plants are dioecious--only  female plants will produce seed heads.

Blooms: White, 4-6 weeks, Jul-Sep
Leaves: Trifoliate, toothed, dense
Height: 15-20’
Space: 3-6’
Soil: Moist-Average
Exposure:  Full sun--Part sun-Part shade-Shade
Fauna: Bees, hummingbirds, wasps, moth host plant
Seeds:  Female plants will produce feathery, curly seed heads–very attractive
Deer Resistance: Medium
Zone: 5-8
Native Status: NC native, common in the Piedmont & Mountains, rare in the Coastal Plain
Provenance: NC, seed grown