LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Fragrant blooms
GROWTH HABIT
Vigorous climber
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not edible
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Climbing Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
400–600 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun Partial Shade
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
4–9
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
100–150 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Fertile well drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Virgin's Bower toxic if touched or ingested by pets or children?
Is Virgin's Bower toxic if touched or ingested by pets or children?
Like most clematis, its sap can mildly irritate skin, and it's generally not intended for consumption. Supervise young children and pets around it.
Why does Virgin's Bower get confused with poison ivy?
Why does Virgin's Bower get confused with poison ivy?
Both can grow as climbing vines with similar leaf groupings, especially before flowering, though they belong to entirely different plant families.
What do Virgin's Bower seed heads look like after blooming?
What do Virgin's Bower seed heads look like after blooming?
After flowering, it develops fluffy, silvery seed plumes that add ornamental interest into the fall and winter months.
Is Virgin's Bower deciduous or does it stay green year-round?
Is Virgin's Bower deciduous or does it stay green year-round?
It's deciduous, dropping its leaves in fall and regrowing from its perennial root system each spring.
What climates or hardiness zones suit Virgin's Bower best?
What climates or hardiness zones suit Virgin's Bower best?
It tolerates a range of temperate climates and generally handles cold winters well, dying back and returning each growing season.
Can Virgin's Bower be grown along a naturalized woodland edge?
Can Virgin's Bower be grown along a naturalized woodland edge?
Yes, its climbing habit and tolerance for partial shade make it suitable for informal, naturalized plantings near trees or hedgerows.