What is this vine?

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I came across this vine for the first time last weekend and it has a beautiful fragrance. Does anyone know what this is.

The Garden Frog with C Renee · Answer

Sweet Autumn clematis.

Kate F · Answer

thanks - it was beautiful!

Sensible Gardening and Living · Answer

Yes, sweet autumn clematis it is. Very well behaved here in the north but have been told it can be extremely vigorous in the south. I love the perfume on this one:)

Dianne Snow · Answer

Here in NC they are everywhere!

Liz H · Answer

I want one!

Mary Braid · Answer

Love mine. It grows on a railing & banister off my back deck; can be seen from my bay windows. I've never smelt the fragrance even though it was advertised that way. Have enjoyed it for many years. Also, I cut mine back every Feb/Mar (we live in western Md) & it comes back profusely every year.

Su · Answer

Do they draw bees or wasp ?

Hisstorybuff · Answer

Thank you for asking that question. I have this everywhere (live in south of Kansas City) but did not know what it was and it can be invasive but it is pretty. I just try to keep it cut back as much as I can.

Cynthia Minter · Answer

Yes we have them too.  My Mom is the biggest fan ever.  She was so excited the other day when it had the first bud.  I know she is in heaven now as it has filled out.  They are in Hillsborough, Ohio. Mom has had it as a ground cover too and our fellowship group leaders here in Columbus have an arbor that is covered in it... so Awesome this time of year.  Enjoy!

Carol White · Answer

I have several now courtesy of the bird population, maybe? Or seed blown in on the wind, perhaps? 3 of them are approximately 15 feet and are clouds of heavenly blooms and fragrance. (Did you know they are about $30 if you buy them from some nurseries?)

Taffie Hansen · Answer

Does anyone think this would grow in southeastern Arizona? I live in a microclimate, 8a. Am looking for a vine to grow on a chain link fence to hide a not so pretty view. The fence is partially shaded by giant mulberry trees. This vine would be gorgeous there if it will grow!!

Cherie · Answer

Funny that someone made a comment about Sweet Autumn Clematis being invasive in the south, which is where I live now and this vine is VERY contained.  In St Louis, this same vine tried to take over our backyard.  Smelled heavenly but covered all my other plants even killed a few.  I would NEVER plant it up there!

Faye Merritt · Answer

I live in western Ky. ..It grows on my chain link fence ...That is where it stays..I want it 2 cover my fence ..doing a wonderful job..I got mine at a garage sale for $1.00 LOL

Lin · Answer

clematis9AUTUMN)

Tamera J. Beth · Answer

In Kansas City, Missouri, this vine is called 'Silver Lace'. They are known for being very fast growers.

Donna · Answer

It is Sweet Autumn Clematis.

Lgsmith · Answer

@ Cheridal I've lived in the south all my life and the only time I have ever seen SA clematis contained is if some one kept it contained. It grows all over and covers trees, bushes and fences.I know it grows wild in La and I'm sure it grows wild in east TX.

Rhonda Clements · Answer

looks like clematis to me, my neighbor has one just like this

Cindy Bellwood · Answer

Sweet Autumn Clematis.  I've had them for years.

Kate F · Answer

I have had several responses that told me it was sweet autumn clematis..

Cherie · Answer

@Lgsmith - check my pics on Pinterest and you'll see it is very tidy just spilling over a 2ft fence and small trellis. In St Louis it covered everything! Maybe because it is so dry here the last couple of years in Central Texas - but it has not spread in 3 years.

Faye Merritt · Answer

it is a wonderful ugly fence covering LOL

Alice Owens · Answer

I think it's called STAR OF BETHEHEM...I've seen it in Seed catalogs..

Alice Harley-Wosnig · Answer

It is a sweet autumn clematis. It is getting as invasive as Kudzu down here in the south. I saw it along the roadside blooming all the way to Texas this past week on vacation. We have finally eradicated ours and it has moved to the neighbors. We will get a sprig up every once in a while and try to eliminate it as soon as possible. It smells wonderful

Kate F · Answer

I agree - it is wonderful!

Chloe Crabtree · Answer

Sweet autumn clematis (Clematis terniflora) is a perennial flowering vine that produces sweetly fragrant flowers in the late summer and early fall. It can grow to 30 feet, though 15 feet is a more typical mature size. It has a fast growth rate, gaining a few feet in length each year. This twining vine has leathery, shiny, dark green leaves. The flowers are small, white, numerous, and fragrant. When covering wood fences or similar structures, a sweet autumn clematis in bloom gives the appearance of fleece. The spent flowers are replaced by fuzzy seed heads that are also attractive. But be warned: the aggressive growth of sweet autumn clematis means it's considered invasive in many eastern parts of the United States. This plant is toxic to humans and pets

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