Botanical name
Clematis montana var. grandiflora
Other names
White anemone clematis , Clematis anemoniflora, Clematis montana 'Grandiflora', Clematis 'Grandiflora'
Genus
Species
C. montana var. grandiflora - C. montana var. grandiflora is a rapidly growing deciduous climber with very large, pure white flowers in early summer.
Native to
China, Himalayas, Tibet
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Climbing
Colour
Flower
White in Summer
Foliage
Dark-green, Flushed red in Summer
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars , Earwigs
Specific diseases
General care
Propagation methods
Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
Where to grow
Clematis montana var. grandiflora (White anemone clematis ) will reach a height of 12m and a spread of 4m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Wallside and trellises
Cultivation
Plant in fertile, well-drained soil especially chalky soils.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types)
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered