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Clematis catesbyana is a perennial herb and climbing vine that can grow 9 to 30 feet tall.
It is also known as Virgin's Bower. The plant's white flowers are less than 2 inches in size and bloom in May-July.
The flowers are fragrant and attract native bees and other beneficial insects.
Clematis catesbyana is native to the eastern United States. It is most common in the southern Ozarks, but can also be found on the Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain.
To plant clematis, you can:
- Choose a location where nearby plants can shade the soil. If the planting area is more open, you can mulch the soil with shredded leaves or compost.
- Plant in full sun to maximize flower production.
- Plant the clematis about 45 centimeters away from the base of a wall.
- Angle the plant so it gets all the rain when it rains.
- Add a sprinkling of bonemeal to help the roots grow.
It can take two to three years for clematis to flourish because its complex root system takes time to establish