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Clematis lasiantha (Chaparral Clematis)

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Clematis lasiantha (Chaparral Clematis) is a robust, woody, deciduous climber with showy clusters of creamy-white flowers, 1 in. wide (2.5 cm), from early spring to early summer (depending on geographic location). The blossoms are so profuse that they almost cover the foliage of pinnately compound leaves adorned with 3-5 leaflets. Even after flowering is over, this vine remains attractive, thanks to the silky plume-like seedheads left by the passing female flowers, therefore providing winter interest. It is deciduous and may die back completely in cold winters, but will reemerge in the spring. Widely adaptable, tough, drought tolerant and disease-resistant, Chaparral Clematis can be trained on a trellis or allowed to climb a tree. It is also a good choice for native plant garden or a shaded, rocky, well draining slope. Growing in the Coast Ranges and Sierra foothills of California south into Baja California, Chaparral Clematis occurs naturally in woods and shrubby areas in canyons and near streams.

  • Grows up to 8-20 ft. long (2-6 m).
  • Thrives in well-drained soils of decomposed granite, sand, or clay loam, in full sun to part shade. Ideally, Clematis prefer having their ‘heads in the sun and their feet in the shade’. Will tolerate full shade, but may grow more slowly. In very dry, hot areas, provide afternoon shade and mulch to keep the roots cool. It tolerates summer water up to 1x per month, but should not need it if properly sited. Drought tolerant once established.
  • This Clematis belongs to the third group of Clematis – a group including Clematis which flower in late summer on growth made in that season. They should be pruned in late winter or early spring and require ‘hard pruning’: simply cut back the stems to a pair of strong buds about 1ft. (30 cm) above ground level before growth begins in early spring. Cut back immediately after bloom where self-sown seedlings are a problem. 
  • No serious pest or disease issues. Deer resistant.
  • Propagation by seed, softwood or hardwood cuttings.
  • All parts of this plant are poisonous. Severe pain in mouth if eaten, skin irritation if touched or inhaled.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
  • Native to California.

As climbers, Clematis are unsurpassed in their long flowering presence, their rich diversity of flower shapes, their wide array of colors and tolerances in terms of exposure and climate. It is no wonder they are so popular! From tree huggers to container varieties, there is a Clematis for every garden and flowers for almost every month of the year! Members of the Ranunculaceae family, they include more than 300 species and hundreds of hybrids. They create year after year a ravishing colorful show in the garden whether solely trained on walls, arbors or trellises, or grown in association with other climbers. They are divided into 3 groups which determine how they should be pruned. Regular pruning of Clematis is important as it promotes strong growth and flowering as well as a harmonious plant. If left unpruned, Clematis can turn into a mass of tangled stems with a bare base and flowers well above eye level.

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Requirements

Hardiness 8 - 10
Climate Zones 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Climbers
Plant Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Clematis
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 8' - 20'
(240cm - 6m)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" - 36"
(60cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Native Plants California, United States
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Clay Soil, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Bees, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Banks And Slopes, Walls And Fences
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Clematis 'Betty Corning', Clematis Viticella 'Betty Corning', group 3 clematis, purple clematis, Blue clematis, lavender clematis, Viticella clematis
Clematis armandii, Armand Clematis, Clematis armandi var. biondiana, White Clematis, Evergreen Clematis, group 1 clematis, fragrant clematis, scented clematis, White clematis, disease resistant clematis
Clematis cirrhosa var. purpurascens 'Freckles', Clematis cirrhosa 'Freckles', Evergreen Clematis, Winter Clematis, group 1 clematis, fragrant clematis, scented clematis, White clematis, disease resistant clematis
Clematis Pixie, Pixie Clematis , Evergreen Clematis, Winter Clematis, group 1 clematis, fragrant clematis, scented clematis, White clematis, disease resistant clematis
Clematis x cartmanii 'Avalanche', Avalanche Clematis, Clematis 'Avalanche', Clematis Avalanche, Clematis × cartmanii 'Blaaval', Clematis 'Blaaval', White Clematis, Evergreen Clematis,
Clematis montana var. wilsonii, Montana Clematis, White Clematis, group 1 clematis, fragrant clematis, scented clematis, Wilson's Himalayan Clematis, Clematis montana 'Wilsonii Sprague', Clematis repens Veitch

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Arbutus menziesii, Madrone, Pacific Madrone, Pacific Madrona, Evergreen Shrubs, White flowers, Pink flowers, Red Fruits, Yellow Fruits, drought tolerant flowers, Flowering Tree
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 8 - 10
Climate Zones 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Plant Type Climbers
Plant Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Clematis
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early)
Height 8' - 20'
(240cm - 6m)
Spread 2' - 3'
(60cm - 90cm)
Spacing 24" - 36"
(60cm - 90cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy
Native Plants California, United States
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Clay Soil, Rabbit
Attracts Butterflies, Bees, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Banks And Slopes, Walls And Fences
Garden Styles Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow
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