woodbine
Clematis virginiana
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting,Layering Propagation,Division
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 8
Flowers:
White Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Soil:
Sandy Loamy
Fruits:
blue,purple Fruits Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
watering
In general, the woodbine plant prefers regular moisture and does best when watered deeply once or twice a week, depending on the amount of rain or other forms of precipitation. During the growing season (spring to autumn), water it more frequently, aiming for about 1 to 2 inches of water a week. In the winter, reduce the frequency of watering but make sure that you are still providing enough moisture to keep the soil from completely drying out. To ensure that you are providing adequate moisture, check the soil moisture levels with your finger or a moisture meter before and after watering. If the top few inches of soil are dry, it is time to water.
sunlight
Woodbine (Clematis virginiana) requires a minimum of 8 hours of full sun per day in order to thrive, with more being even better. The best time of day for sunlight for this species is between noon and 6 p.m. when the sun is in its most direct position in the sky. It should be planted in an area that receives full sun for most of the day but will also need some 4-5 hours of shade during the hottest part of the day to protect it from drying out or overheating. Woodbine should generally not be planted in full shade, as it will not receive adequate sunlight for healthy development.
pruning
When to Prune Woodbine: Woodbine should be pruned in late winter or early spring, before the plant leafs out. Pruning should be limited to removing dead or damaged stems. How Much to Prune Woodbine: Pruning should be kept to a minimum--only remove dead or damaged stems. Pruning will reduce the size and flowering potential of a woodbine, so it should be done sparingly.
