Clematis armandii
Evergreen Clematis
Description
A climbing evergreen vine, this Clematis may reach a size of 20'-30'. Its dark green, slender leaflets have a leathery texture, and produce fragrant, showy white flowers in the spring. It tolerates sun or part shade, drought, moist soil, and prefers shade around its roots. It attracts beneficial insects and hummingbirds.
Plant Type
Vine
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Winter, Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
Green
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Spanish, Tropical, Water Garden
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring
Location Uses
Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Cascade, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.