marsh clematis

Also known as: curlflower; curly clematis; marsh clematis

A deciduous perennial climber with dark green leaves. Masses of lightly fragranced, bell-shaped nodding pale to violet-blue flowers with crinkled edges appear from summer through until autumn. Also works well as ground cover or scrambling through other plants in a herbaceous border if left unsupported

Scientific classification

Species: marsh clematis (Clematis crispa)
Genus: Clematis
Family: Ranunculaceae

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Climber Wall Shrub
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Climbing
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of marsh clematis

Distribution map

Southeastern US

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of marsh clematis

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marsh clematis care guide

Deep watering with cool roots, avoid soggy crown
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Deep watering with cool roots, avoid soggy crown

Fertilizing

Low nitrogen feed in spring, higher potash before flowering

Pruning

In late winter or early spring as buds start growing, cut old stems to the lowest healthy bud pair, about 15–30 cm above the soil. Herbaceous types may be cut near ground level in early spring or late autumn.

Propagation

Propagate by layering or semi-hardwood cuttings

Growing

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, with the roots and base of the plant kept cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles at the base. Plant with the crown 5-8cm deep to encourage shoots to grow from below ground level. Good for ground cover if left to scramble through a border, unsupported. See clematis cultivation

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