Also known as Aromatic Jui · Autumn Clematis · Japanese Clematis
Sweet Autumn Virginsbower (Clematis terniflora) is a vigorous, deciduous vine prized for its profuse late-season white flowers and fragrant, star-like blooms.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment and dry periods.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures once established, hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells and establishment. Aim for consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Deep watering is more beneficial than frequent shallow sprinklings to encourage robust root development.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. As Clematis terniflora flowers on new wood, prune hard, cutting back stems to about 15-30 cm above the ground.
This encourages vigorous growth and abundant flowering for the season.
Easily propagated from softwood cuttings taken in early summer. Select healthy, non-flowering shoots, take 10-15 cm cuttings, remove lower leaves, and dip in rooting hormone.
Insert into a moist, well-draining potting mix and keep in a humid environment until rooted.
Repot young plants annually in spring into slightly larger containers. Established plants rarely need frequent repotting. If root-bound, repot in early spring, being careful not to disturb the root ball excessively.
Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Sweet Autumn Virginsbower (Clematis terniflora)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Clematis |
| Species | Clematis terniflora |
Similar in genus Clematis
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
