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Clematis virginiana

Family Ranunculaceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 3.5 - 6 m (11 - 20 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.8 m (3 - 6 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The vine Clematis virginiana (woodbine) bears showy, white and fragrant blossoms during late summer to mid-autumn. This plant is climbing in form and has foliage that is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Naturalization, vine or climber, woodland and woods edge.
Special Characteristics Birds and hummingbirds are attracted to Clematis virginiana . In the winter, Clematis virginiana provides winter interest.
Cautions Be aware that this vine is poisonous or toxic. Plan its application carefully if you have children or pets. Bees and wasps are attracted to Clematis virginiana (woodbine) so be careful when you are working around the plant. Also allow some buffer space around the plant in your garden design for walkways or living space in your garden. When planning your garden, take into consideration that Clematis virginiana (woodbine) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly. Where conditions are favourable, Clematis virginiana (woodbine) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.