

Zone
5 - 9
Mature Height
360
Mature Width
72
Light
Full SunWater
Moist, well-drainedSoil
Clay, Normal, loamy
Description / Clematis Sweet Autumn
The captivating Clematis Sweet Autumn is a perennial marvel that enchants with its late summer to early fall flowering. Brimming with grace, this prolific bloomer unveils billowy masses of 1-inch, snow-white flowers imbued with delightful hints of sugar, honey, and vanilla. Their sweet fragrance serves as a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, transforming your garden into a buzzing oasis. As flowers wane, they give way to elegant plume-like seed heads, casting a silvery sheen that adds allure to the landscape.
This deciduous soil types, including chalk, clay, and loams, regardless of pH levels. Optimal placement is crucialensure ample sunlight for the leaves while keeping the roots shaded and cool, either through low-growing evergreen shrubs or generous mulching. In humid climates, a touch of afternoon shade offers respite. Vigilance in drainage and protection from strong winds foster optimal growth. Bonus: it's deer resistant!
As a Group 3 late-flowering clematis, Sweet Autumn clematis blooms on new wood in late summer and fall, regenerating each year from ground level. Prune rigorously in late winter, removing dead or weak stems and facilitating new growth. Come early summer, trim back to large buds to encourage a second flush of flowers, without deadheading. Embrace its versatility in arbors, pergolas, trellises, walls, fences, borders, beds, and containers, transforming any space into a botanical haven.
Uses: Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Wall Sides, Fences, Borders, Beds, and Containers
Zones 5 - 9. What is My Zone?
Knowing the type of clematis vine you have will help you cultivate vibrant and healthy clematis plants. Follow our expert advice that includes Clematis Planting and General Care as well as How to Prune Clematis with instructions for each type of clematis vine. Using these growing tips will ensure a stunning display in your garden season after season.
Product Details
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Selected Product SKU: 36282
Genus:
Species:
Variety: Sweet Autumn
Bloom Color: White
Foliage Color: Dark Green
Habit:
Light Requirements: Full Sun
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Bloom End:
Uses: Special Features: Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
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