The Clematis Terniflora is commonly used to create a show-stopping effect in entrances and arbors.Originally from Japan, the Clematis Terniflora is a deciduous to semi evergreen vine plant that is highly attractive. It is a prolific bloomer and the small, star-shaped white flowers appear as billowing mass clusters. When the Clematis Terniflora flowers drop off, they are replaced by beautifully silver feather-like seeds. Description The Sweet Autumn Clemantis has small, 1 to 1 ½ inch star-shaped, white, fragrant flowers. The thick, 4 inch, semi woody main stem branches out to a rambling spread that can cover a 6 feet area. It climbs up support by twisting, and does not have tendrils or root hairs. It has gloss dark green 2 to 3 inch leaves with 3 to 5 leaflets. The seeds are silver in color and feather-like. Decorative Use
Purchase a variety of clematis plants at low prices Visit the above link for great prices on beautiful Clematis The Clematis Terniflora is commonly used to create a show-stopping effect in entrances and arbors. It can be given support like trellises and other similar structures. Since it is fast growing and blooms in profusion, it is best placed where it can be in visible display. This can also be planted in beds, used as a ground cover, and made into a border plant. The Sweet Autumn Clemantis Cultivation The Sweet Autumn Clemantis will flourish in full sun, though care has to be given to ensure that the root system is protected from heat. This can be done by covering the ground surrounding the plant with either ground cover or large slabs of rock. It is better to plant this in moist and rich soil conditions for better blooms. Watering should be done frequently and fertilize at least once a month. The blooming period is from late summer until the end of autumn. To protect the plant during winter it is recommended to mulch around the plant but avoiding placing the mulch to near the base. This vine plant will self-seed and tends to be invasive in growth. When there is no support, it will cover an area as long as its height of 10 feet and above. Regular pruning is required to prevent overgrowth and cutting back may be done during early spring or in the fall. It is recommended to cut back the plant after the blooms are gone to prevent seed production. It may be propagated by means of root cutting during the warm months or by seeds. The ripe seed are collected in the autumn and can be sown. It also can be propagated by layering during early spring. This is an easy plant to grow, but requires pest and disease control. It is prone to mildew, rust, fungal spores and stem cankers. It attracts pests like white flies, scale insects, earwigs and aphids. Have A Comment, Photo, Or Story About The Clematis Terniflora ?
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is frequently dried to be used in floral arrangements, as they are sought after for the plume-like feathery appearance. 