EASTERN VIRGIN’S-BOWER (Clematis virginiana)
This tendril-less vine produces clusters of pure white star-burst flowers that turn into fluffy, beard-like plumes. The plumes remain on the vine throughout the winter. Eastern virgin’s-bower is ranked S2 (imperilled) in Manitoba where it reaches the northwest extent of its range.
Life Cycle: perennial
Sun Exposure: sun – part shade
Bloom Period: July – August
Length: 2 – 5 m
Soil: medium – moist