A small, clump-forming perennial vine with ornate foliage, bell-shaped flowers, and feathery seed structures. Dying back to ground level each year, this vine works well in small spaces.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Leather Flower
Clematis versicolor
Plant Type: Vines
Native Environment:
Season of Interest: Mid (May - June)
Main Color: Purple, White
Fall Color:
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Photo: Mervin Wallace
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Medium Sun/Average Shade
Soil
Moisture
Moderate
Nature Attracting
Hummingbird, Pollinators/Beneficial Insects
Wildlife Benefit
Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant
Size
Height:
4 to
7
feet
Spread:
2 to
3
feet
Size
Height: 4 to
7
feet
Spread: 2 to
3
feet
Size
Height: 4 to
7
feet
Spread: 2 to
3
feet
Typical Landscape Use
Full sun to partially shaded, well-drained locations.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Can be grown for years outside in a 12- to 15-inch pot with a 3- to 4-foot trellis.
Special Features
Special Usage
Containers
Basic Description
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