Clematis virginiana.
Virgin's Bower is a perennial, flowering vine native to the eastern United States where it can often be found growing at the edges of woodlands, in moist thickets and meadows, and alongside the banks of rivers.
Plant can grow up to 9 feet in height and produces a brilliant spread of white flowers all along the vine that bloom from July through September.
Attracts numerous species of bees and butterflies, and is used as nesting habitat for many species of songbirds.
Virgin's Bower
Growth Chart
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 9 Light Requirement: Full to partial sun Soil Type: Loamy, well-drained Sow Depth: 1/4 inch Plant Spacing: 32 to 46 inches Germination Note: Cold stratification required Stratification Time: 30 days Bloom Time: July through September Growing Tips
Direct sow in late fall by planting the seeds 1/4 inch deep in the soil. For spring planting, mix seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 30 days before planting.
A Note on Cold Stratification
These seeds require cold, moist stratification. To naturally stratify the seeds, plant outdoors late fall on a weed-free site and allow seeds to overwinter.
To artificially stratify the seeds, place the seeds and a moist medium (such as a damp paper towel, coffee filter, sand, or vermiculite) in a labeled, sealed plastic bag and store in a refrigerator (33-40°F) for the amount of time noted on the growth chart before sowing.