Clematis armandii ~ Evergreen Clematis

Clematis armandii ~ Evergreen ClematisEvergreen Clematis is a showy evergreen climbing perennial vine with a cascading habit and long drooping dark green foliage. The star shaped white flower clusters have a sweet vanilla fragrance and blooms on old wood in late winter into spring. Prefers full sun and cool roots with moist, well drained soil. Needs support. NOTE: the leaves and sap are highly toxic to humans and pets if ingested. Type: Perennial, Vine Height: 15 30 Spread: 10 15'

Evergreen Clematis is a showy evergreen climbing perennial vine with a cascading habit and long drooping dark green foliage.  The star shaped white flower clusters have a sweet vanilla fragrance and blooms on old wood in late winter into spring.  Prefers full sun and cool roots with moist, well-drained soil. Needs support.  NOTE: the leaves and sap are highly toxic to humans and pets if ingested.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Susceptible to wilt and stem rot, which can be fatal.  Other potential diseases include powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust. Potential insect pests include aphids, vine weevils, slugs/snails, scale and earwigs. Watch for spider mites. If possible, plant the roots in the area with afternoon shade and climb the foliage into full sun for best results.  Can cause rashes on contact for some: handle with gloves. 

 LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, Trellises and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Aster, Rose, Iris

IMAGES: A. Barra, Clematis armandii RJB, CC BY-SA 3.0, (2) Emőke Dénes, Ranunculales - Clematis armandii 2, CC BY-SA 4.0, (3) Emőke Dénes, Ranunculales - Clematis armandii 4, CC BY-SA 4.0, (4) Père Igor, Clematis armandii Badefols-sur-Dordogne, CC BY-SA 4.0

*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.