Virgin's Bower

Clematis virginiana Ranunculaceae

Other names

Devil'S-Darning-Needle, Leather Flower, Woodbine, Autumn Clematis, White Clematis

Growth habit

Vine, Climber

Native distribution

Native to the Finger Lakes Region, Nova Sc. and Que. to Manit., South to LA and GA

Location

Mundy Wildflower Garden, Young Flower Garden, Edwards Lake Cliffs Preserve, McLean Bogs, Eames Bog, Salt Road Fen, Tarr-Young Preserve

Source of plant

Peter Marks, We-Du Nurseries, International Grower's Exchange

Description

Myriads of small fragrant flower clusters in late summer and early fall; sepals white, stamens yellowish. Attractive seed heads last until December. Climbing to 10'.

USDA Hardiness Zone

5

Special characteristics

fragrance, flowering season

Status

L4|S5|G5