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