Clematis paniculata

Clematis paniculata

Native to:
New Zealand

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Clematis
Species:
Clematis paniculata

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Vine
Height:
900 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
aug,sep,oct
Bloom Colors:
white

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes
Fragrant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from light during germination. Fresh seed germinates more readily than stored seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 20C for 3 months, then place @ 4C for 3 months.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society