sweet autumn clematis
Clematis terniflora
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size15 to 30 feet tall15 to 30 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Climbing
- Bloom season
- Summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Creamy white
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Sweet autumn clematis (Clematis terniflora) is a vine for ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy or clay soil. It climbs and grows fast, and it reaches 15 to 30 feet tall. Creamy white flowers are fragrant and attract bees. Deer rarely make it their first choice.
Pairs well with Peony, Blue fescue, and Bridal wreath spiraea.
Native range
Japan.