Species woodbine
White flowers with white filaments and yellow anthers on lime-green stems

woodbine

Clematis virginiana

Woodbine (Clematis virginiana) is amazing for a variety of reasons. It's a climbing, perennial vine with woody stems and fragrant, white or purple flowers that bloom from mid-summer into fall. Its evergreen leaves provide year-round beauty in any landscape. Its vigorous growth habit makes it an optimal choice for adding height and texture to any garden setting. This rugged beauty is a wildlife magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds. The edible fruits it produces are full of vitamin C and make a great snack for birds, wildlife, and humans alike. Woodbine is an exceptional choice for any garden due to its beauty, versatility, and hardiness.

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.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Clematis virginiana fruits typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.

Starts Flowering

Woodbine typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Woodbine typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

Harvesting of Clematis virginiana fruits typically begins in late summer or early fall, usually in August or September.

Hardiness Map