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Western White Clematis

Clematis Ligusticifolia

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Overview

The Western White Clematis (Clematis ligusticifolia) is a vigorous, climbing perennial reaching heights up to 20 feet. Prized for its profusion of small, white, fragrant flowers, it blooms late spring through summer. This deciduous vine flourishes in USDA zones 3-9, preferring well-drained soils and partial to full sun. Ideal for trellises and fences, this native adds a delicate, ethereal quality to the garden with its feathery seed heads post-bloom.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate
Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — climbing perennial reaching heights up to 20 feet

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Ranunculaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — This plant has moderate water requirements and should be watered deeply; vine with white blooms
Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — to maintain its lushness and health.<br><br>Moreover; each leaflet ranging from 1 to 2 inches long
Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — particularly in the hot summer months; ethereal quality to the garden with its feathery seed heads post-bloom
Western White Clematis (Clematis Ligusticifolia) — which can persist and add visual interest through the autumn and winter months; this plant has moderate

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