Sweet Autumn Clematis Vine – Fragrant Clematis paniculata – 2.5″ Pot – White Flowers

Sweet Autumn Clematis: The Queen of Vines for Your Garden

The Sweet Autumn Clematis (Clematis paniculata) is a magnificent addition to any garden, known as the ‘Queen of Vines’ for its spectacular floral display. This vigorous, semi-evergreen (or deciduous) vine can climb up to 30 feet, transforming mailboxes, trellises, and porches into cascades of beauty. Its glossy, deep green compound leaves provide a lush backdrop for the profusion of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers that appear from late summer through autumn. Imagine your garden covered in billowy masses of white, resembling a fresh snowfall!

This Sweet Autumn Clematis is not only beautiful but also relatively easy to grow. The key to success lies in the old saying: ‘Tops in the sun and feet in the shade.’ This means the vine thrives in sunny locations but benefits from a shaded base. Planting ground cover such as ivy, myrtle, or pachysandra around the base of the plant will help keep the roots cool and moist. This Clematis paniculata thrives in zones 4-8.

To ensure your fragrant clematis flourishes, plant it in fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil. Mulch generously with composted manure or compost to provide essential nutrients. During the growing season, feed your climbing vine once a month with a well-balanced fertilizer. With proper care, your Sweet Autumn Clematis will reward you with years of stunning blooms and captivating fragrance. These white flowers are sure to impress!

Benefits of planting Sweet Autumn Clematis:

• Adds vertical interest and beauty to your landscape
• Provides a profusion of fragrant, late-season blooms
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
• Relatively easy to grow with proper care
• Creates a stunning focal point in your garden

The silvery-gray feather-like styles of the seed heads add another layer of beauty to this already stunning vine extending the visual interest well beyond the blooming season. This stunning vine is shipped immediately and dormant in winter.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sweet Autumn Clematis

1. How quickly does Sweet Autumn Clematis grow? This vine is vigorous and can grow up to 30 feet, but the growth rate depends on factors like sunlight, soil quality, and watering.
2. What are the best conditions for planting Sweet Autumn Clematis? Plant in fertile, well-drained soil with the ‘tops in the sun and feet in the shade’. Hardy zones 4-8.
3. How fragrant is Sweet Autumn Clematis? The flowers are sweetly fragrant, filling the air with a delightful scent, especially in late summer and autumn.
4. Does Sweet Autumn Clematis need a trellis or other support? Yes, it’s a climbing vine and needs support to grow vertically. Trellises, fences, or arbors are ideal.
5. What’s the best way to prune Sweet Autumn Clematis? Prune hard in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth and abundant blooms. Cut back to about 12 inches above the ground.