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Pipestem Clematis

Pipestem Clematis

Clematis lasiantha

vine☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 8aZone 10b

A deciduous climbing vine native to California with showy white or pale pink fragrant flowers in spring. Drought-tolerant once established, it's excellent for covering trellises, arbors, and slopes in dry Mediterranean climates.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
6–12′ tall × 4–8′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 8aZone 10b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 8a to Zone 10b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

Spring

Climber

Vines that climb the layers above on a support.

Succession Role

early successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

California

Native to: California

Function & Care

wildlife benefitpollinator nectary

Establishment & Care

Establishment
moderate
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting, layering