Clematis 'Snow Queen'

Queen of the Vines

6" - 8" white flowers open as a star-like shape with slightly cupped petals and ruffled margins. Showy burgundy-red anthers provide great contrast. In spring, the flowers may have a slight blue or pink tinge, but fade to white as they expand. The flowers face upwards towards the sky and bloom from May-June and August-September. Plant this variety against a dark background for maximum impact.


  •  · White with burgundy anthers
  •  · Huge flowers
  •  · Blooms May-June and August

Height:

6-10 ft

Spread:

3-6 ft

Zone:

3-7

Clematis 'Snow Queen'
Clematis 'Snow Queen'

Exposure

Sun Tolerant
Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

Soil Moisture Needs

Average Soil

Nature Attraction

Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Attributes

Good Container Plant
Re-Blooming
Good Cut Flower / Foliage
Border
Climbing

Growth Rate in the Garden

Rapid

Season of Interest (Flowering)

Fall
Late Spring / Early Summer
Summer
Late Summer

Clematis

Common Name: Queen of the Vines

Clematis are the most popular of all hardy vines. They are fast growing and produce an exceptional amount of bloom. Clematis come in a wide range of flower colors, sizes, shapes, heights and bloom times. Clematis are very long-lived and benefit from proper site selection where they can be left undisturbed for years. Most require a support structure, such as a fence or trellis, to which thay can attach.

Plant: Clematis prefer a neutral soil, pH 5.7 - 6.4. Center in pot and plant crown 1-2" below the soil surface. Spread spiraling roots evenly throughout soil.

Trellis: Position trellis at time of planting to prevent root and stem damage later.

Pinch: Pinch sprouted clematis back to 2 sets of leaf pairs per stem. This will promote better branching and produce fuller containers. Inspect crop regularly and keep growing shoots trained to the trellis to prevent tangling and damage.

Grow: Grow in full sun at 55 - 60F minimum night temperatures. After growth appears, fertilize with 200 ppm Nitrogen every 7 - 10 days.

Water: Keep evenly moist. To prevent diseases, water early in the day and keep foliage dry.

Site Selection & Planting info: For best flowering, select a site that is well-drained with a minimum of 4 hours of sunlight per day. Clematis prefer their roots to be cool. If planted in full sun, surround clematis with perennials or smaller shrubs that provide shade to the crown area. Homeowners should plant their potted clematis so the crown is 2 - 4" below soil level. Keep moist and fertilize regularly.