Autumn Sweet Clematis is a vigorous late season deciduous climbing perennial vine with medium green foliage.  The small white flowers bloom heavily from late summer into fall.  Deadhead to encourage the second wave in late summer to fall.  Prefers full sun and moist well-drained soil.  Needs support.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Low Maintenance.  Susceptible to wilt and stem rot, which can be fatal.  Other potential diseases include powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust. Potential insect pests include aphids, vine weevils, slugs/snails, scale and earwigs. Watch for spider mites. If possible, plant the roots in the area with afternoon shade and climb the foliage into full sun for best results.

 LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens,  Naturalized Areas, Trellises and Containers.

COMPANION PLANTS: Aster, Rose, Iris

Image: Photo by Lori L. Stalteri, Clematis Paniculata