Sweet Autumn Clematis
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Sweet Autumn Clematis |
Botanical Name | Clematis paniculata 'Sweet Autumn' |
Description | |
Plant Type | Vine |
Mature Height | 25 to 30 ft |
Mature Width | 25 to 30 ft |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Bloom Color | Creamy White |
Bloom Interest | Showy |
Bloom Period | August to September |
Seasonal Interest | Summer |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Yellow |
Attributes | Black Walnut Tolerant, Deer Resistant |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water once per week with 1" of water or 2" if weather is dry and hot. |
Fertilize Notes | Feed once a month starting mid-spring through mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer like 10-10-10. Don't feed while blooming. Feed with bonemeal in fall. |
Prune Notes | This can be pruned in spring to 12" to control spreading. Otherwise, do less drastic pruning if you just want moderate containment. |