Clematis ochroleuca (Ochre Clematis)

Sun to Light ShadeZone: 4b-8, at least 15" tall Origin: USA

This prized East Coast native is another of the little-known bush clematis. While C. ochroleuca is certainly not a common native, it is usually found on sandy grasslands from New York to Georgia. In late spring, the 15" tall x 15" wide clumps are topped with pendulous, fuzzy creamy-white bells. Following flowering, plants are covered with splendid seedheads which resemble large attractive golden balls of lint. I like lint! C. ochroleuca is perfect for a special spot in the rock garden. Save seed, since Clematis ochroleuca is virtually impossible to root from cuttings. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)