Saturday, March 28, 2015

Clematis Vines For Spring – Types Of Spring Flowering Clematis

By Mary H. Dyer, Master Naturalist and Master Gardener Tough and easy to grow, spectacular spring blooming clematis is native to the extreme climates of northeastern China and Siberia. This durable plant survives temperatures in punishing climates as low as USDA plant hardiness zone 3. Clematis Vines for Spring Spring blooming clematis usually blooms in mid-spring in most climates, but if you live in a mild climate, you’ll probably see blooms in late winter. As an added benefit, even the spent blooms of spring blooming clematis add beauty to the garden with attractive, silvery, fluffy seed heads that last throughout autumn. If you’re in the market for clematis, it’s helpful to know that spring blooming varieties fall into two main species: Clematis alpina, also known as Austrian clematis, and Clematis macropetala, sometimes referred to as Downy clematis. Each includes several irresistible, cold-hardy choices. Clematis Alpina Clematis alpina is a deciduous

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