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Armand's clematis is one of the evergreen members of this large and popular genus of flowering vines. Perhaps not as well known as the deciduous hybrid clematis varieties, Clematis armandii is a spectacular evergreen vine that is beautiful whether in bloom or not. It is an enthusiastic climber and able to scramble through adjacent shrubs and trees up to a height of 20 ft (6 m). Evergreen clematis, as this vine is also commonly called, climbs by using its leafstems like tendrils twisting and wrapping around twigs of adjacent vegetation. The leaves are compound and composed of three narrow lanceolate leaflets 5-7 in (13-18 cm) long and 1-2 in (2.5-5 cm) wide. They are glossy green with prominent veins and a leathery texture. In late winter, this vine covers itself in fragrant white flowers that are born in clusters (called panicles) at the end of the branches. The 2.5 in (6.4 cm) blossoms have 5 petals, prominent stamens and make a dramatic appearance against the handsome foliage. A pink flowered selection is available. Location
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Not fussy like its hybrid clematis cousins, this vine is rugged and easy to grow. Let it scramble over shrubs and up into the trees (especially deciduous ones where it adds winter interest after the leaves fall). Armand's clematis will cover arbors and trellises in a couple of seasons where it contributes beauty, fragrance and sheltered nesting sites for neighborhood birds. Because of its very handsome foliage and relatively fast growth rate, this evergreen vine makes it an effective and attractive screening material for concealing unsightly buildings and covering fences. Features Jack Scheper 1/01/97, updated: 3/27/99, 3/12/03, 2/5/04, 7/24/04, 2/11/05
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