Sweet Autumn Clematis

PERENNIAL

1" White Flowers,
Nice Fragrance,
Attracts Hummingbirds

$20.99

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Size: Quart Pot Quart Pot

Description

(Clematis) Clematis ‘Terniflora’, also known as ‘Sweet Autumn’, produces masses of small 1 inch creamy white flowers completely covering this plant from August through September. Its sweet scent is an added bonus, and is sure to get the attention of anyone who walks near. Its scent also attracts pollinators including hummingbirds and butterflies. ‘Sweet Autumn’ is a very impressive, vigorous grower. It is hardy in zones 4-9, and grows to be about 10-20 feet tall. It thrives when grown in moderate to moist soil, and it will quickly establish itself in the landscape. Unlike most clematis, ‘Sweet Autumn’ will thrive and bloom well in part shade. Its roots, also, like to be kept well shaded and cool. Mulch, ground cover plants, and companion perennials are all great ideas for helping to keep its roots well shaded. ‘Sweet Autumn’ is a part of prune Group 3, and can be kept smaller with pruning. It should be cut back in late fall, as ‘Sweet Autumn’ blooms on new wood. We recommend cleaning it up in the early spring by removing any dead or weak stems, this will ensure it thrives in the season ahead. Please note: flower color may vary due to the environment in which it is grown.

More Details

Name: Clematis terniflora
Common Name: Sweet Autumn Clematis
Sunlight: Full Sun (+6 hrs.), Part Shade (4-6 hrs.)
Attracts Wings: Bee Friendly, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Critter Resistance: Deer, Rabbit
Flower Color: White Shades
Max Height: 10 - 20 Feet
Max Spread: 1 - 2 Feet
Water Requirements: Average Water Needs
USDA Hardiness Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Attributes: Cut Flower or Foliage, Deciduous
Design Use: Container, Trellis or Wall
Growth Habit: Climbing

Gardener Tips

For general how to grow tips for Sweet Autumn Clematis and how to care for your perennials. View Garden Crossings How to care for Perennials page. Interested in growing tips for other plants we sell. Browse our Plant Care Tips.

Reviews

This Clematis is beautiful and carries such a sweet fragrance. Showers of delicate white flowers that last for several weeks and provides great coverage for an unsightly fence. I love it!

Perfectly Packed

I only just received my order of three clematises, including this one, a week ago and so far they appear to be doing very nicely in their new home. One has already grown an additional 2 inches!! I have planted them in large terra cotta pots and am hoping to train them up onto a very tall hedge. The plants were packed for shipping absolutely perfectly and the soil in their travel pots was still moist. Everything was intact and ready to be planted. Thanks so much for the great job!

Beautiful Climber

I have had this plant in 2 of my gardens now. It is a beautiful climber, even in my clay soil, but can be invasive here in KC.

Aromatic Flowers

Dear Garden Crossing, I have been pleased with everything I have ordered from you over time, and in your customer service. I wanted to let you know how this plant did. The first year the vine grew very nicely, about 2 1/2 feet, had lots of green leaves and a few flowers. But, the second year, it amazingly stretched itself up and over my 5' trellis. And to top it off it was loaded with very aromatic flowers in the later part of the summer. I got a lot of compliments in regards to the scent and beauty of the vine. It has done so amazing well! I can hardly wait to see it this coming summer! THANK YOU for a great plant!