Avalanche Evergreen Clematis

Clematis x cartmanii 'Blaaval'

Pronunciation: KLEM-uh-tiss cart-MAN-ee-eye
SKU #09061
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A profusion of pure white flowers with bright gold stamens blankets the lustrous, deep green, trifoliate foliage in spring. Stunning when used to trail down embankments - like an avalanche of snow when in bloom! Train to climb a trellis, post or fence, or allow to meander unsupported through shrub borders. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water deeply when top inch of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderately fast growing; reaches 12 to 15 ft. tall, with support.

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Bloom TimeEarly to mid-spring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsBlack Walnut Tolerant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitClimbing
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseBorder, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover
Design IdeasA perfect flowering vine for espalier onto flat treillage in high profile locations. Perfect to mark a front door with abundant blooms. Twine up and over wood or metal arches at gates and entries. Drape over fences in narrow sideyards for a short range view of flowers from windows. Train up narrow railings and posts on stoop or porch. Unique, deeply dissected foliage and golden stamens are best appreciated up close near terrace and patio.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsMaiden Grass (Miscanthus); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Japanese Maple (Acer); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja)
Care InstructionsThrives in enriched, well-drained soil, with roots sheltered and top growth in the sun. Mulch soil surface to conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer when new growth begins in spring. Provide trellis or arbor support.
LoreIn its homeland of New Zealand, this plants ancestor, C. marmoraria is an evergreen rock hugging crevice plant with little resemblance to the resulting cultivar.
Details
Bloom TimeEarly to mid-spring
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Fast Growing
Problems/SolutionsBlack Walnut Tolerant
Growth RateFast
Growth HabitClimbing
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Ground Cover
Design IdeasA perfect flowering vine for espalier onto flat treillage in high profile locations. Perfect to mark a front door with abundant blooms. Twine up and over wood or metal arches at gates and entries. Drape over fences in narrow sideyards for a short range view of flowers from windows. Train up narrow railings and posts on stoop or porch. Unique, deeply dissected foliage and golden stamens are best appreciated up close near terrace and patio.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsMaiden Grass (Miscanthus); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Japanese Maple (Acer); Butterfly Bush (Buddleja)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in enriched, well-drained soil, with roots sheltered and top growth in the sun. Mulch soil surface to conserve moisture. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer when new growth begins in spring. Provide trellis or arbor support.
History
LoreIn its homeland of New Zealand, this plants ancestor, C. marmoraria is an evergreen rock hugging crevice plant with little resemblance to the resulting cultivar.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.