clematis
Clematis 'Silver Moon'
Overview
Clematis 'Silver Moon' is a stunning plant species for enhancing any garden or outdoor space. It is a versatile climber that produces large white flowers with yellow stamens and a sweet aroma. The foliage is a silvery-gray color and provides a beautiful contrast to the white blooms. This clematis is vigorous and hardy, and it blooms from mid to late summer. The flowers will attract many pollinators, such as butterflies and bees, to your garden, as well as make it look and smell more beautiful. 'Silver Moon' can be grown in either full or partially shade and is sure to make a great addition to any landscape or garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Clematis 'Silver Moon' should be watered thoroughly once a week, providing a minimum of 1 inch of water each time. Water should be applied to the soil around the plant rather than directly on the foliage. During the summer months, it is beneficial to water the plant more frequently, up to twice a week with 1 inch of water at each watering. If the plant is growing in a pot, it should be watered more frequently than if planted in the ground. It is important to water deeply rather than lightly to encourage deep root growth.
Light
Clematis 'Silver Moon' is a fast-growing, deciduous perennial that thrives in full sun, although it can also tolerate partial shade. It should receive at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight each day in order to stay healthy and produce the best blooms. When grown in full sun, Clematis 'Silver Moon' will produce the most abundant and colorful blooms. If it is grown in partial shade, it will still produce blooms, but they may not be as vibrant or plentiful.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 4–9.
Pruning
Clematis 'Silver Moon' should be pruned in late winter, typically between late February and March. This plant should be pruned back to about 18 inches, so that the new shoots will grow more vigorously. Doing so will also help to promote healthier flower production. After the initial pruning in the late winter months, any dead or diseased material should be removed periodically in the summer. You can also prune clematis in mid-summer to clean up growth or remove off-shoots if needed.
Propagation
Layering Propagation, Cutting, Division, Grafting Propagation
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