Can also be grown through large shrubs, but growth must be monitored to insure that the shrub is not overwhelmed. Can also be allowed to sprawl along the ground as a dense ground cover to hide old tree stumps or other eyesores. Spreading, sometimes hard-to-control vine. Potential insect pests include aphids, vine weevils, slugs/snails, scale and earwigs. Powdery mildew, leaf spots, rust and viruses can also be problematic. ProblemsĬlematis wilt is a potentially fatal fungal disease that can affect any clematis, but large-flowered, hybrid varieties are the most susceptible. Sweet autumn clematis can aggressively self-seed in the landscape, and has escaped cultivation and naturalized in many parts of the U.S., particularly in the East and Midwest. A prolific bloomer, the plant sets billowy masses of 1-inch. Compound, leathery-textured, shiny green leaves (3-5 oval to elliptic leaflets with cordate bases). Sweet Autumn Clematis Plants produce masses of 1-inch, star-shaped white flowers with an aromatic, light vanilla scent. Clematis Sweet Autumn is a showy perennial offering late summer to early fall interest. Flowers give way to attractive, plume-like seed heads. This non-native clematis grows prolifically through the summer and gladly will climb and overtake any structure it meets then will bloom in the fall. Features aromatic, 1″ diameter, cruciform, pure white flowers (each with 4 narrow petal-like sepals) in terminal panicles from late August to October in a profuse bloom which typically covers the foliage. It’s that time of year when the fall blooming plants begin to start their show including Sweet Autumn Clematis ( Clematis terniflora ). Without support, it will sprawl along the ground as a dense, tangled ground cover (to 6-12″ tall and 10′ wide) which typically chokes out most weeds. If given support, it will climb rapidly with the aid of tendrilous leaf petioles to 20-25′ in length. It is a vigorous, deciduous, twining vine with an extremely rampant growth habit. Noteworthy CharacteristicsĬlematis terniflora, commonly called ‘Sweet Autumn’ Clematis is a fragrant fall-bloomer. This clematis can be quite aggressive and will self-seed readily. This deciduous, late-flowering twining vine with deep green leaves and profuse, fragrant white flowers is easy to grow and will thrive and bloom in shade. Prune hard in fall after flowering or in early spring. Unlike almost all other species of clematis, this plant will thrive and bloom well in considerable shade. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.Clematis ‘Sweet Autumn’ grows easily in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns-we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border! If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. We offer a 100% unconditional guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time-no composting required-and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too! With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots.
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