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Clematis petriei

Small, fragrant, nodding green-white flowers with cream stamens on the male plant. The tepals are hairy on the reverse. Named for the Scottish botanist Donald Petrie.


Fragrant: Yes
Approximate height:  1.5 - 2.0 metres
Flowering period(s):  Apr May
Aspect: Sunny
USDA zones:  7 8 9
Pruning: No pruning (Group 1)
Country of origin: New Zealand
Parentage:  Species
Further detail: Flower diameter: 3.5cm (male), 3cm (female)
Tepals: 5-8, male: 2cm long, female: 1.5cm long