Clematis cartmanii ‘White Abundance’

Description

Clematis cartmanii ‘White Abundance’

Clematis cartmanii ‘White Abundance’ is a stunning evergreen climber, prized for its prolific flowering and compact growth habit. This New Zealand native, stands out with its masses of pristine white, star-shaped flowers that blanket the plant in late winter to early spring. Each bloom measures about 5-7 cm across, featuring four broad, overlapping tepals surrounding a central boss of creamy stamens.

The foliage of ‘White Abundance’ is equally attractive, with small, deeply cut, dark green leaves that provide year-round interest and a lush backdrop for the flowers. Unlike many clematis varieties, this compact cultivar typically grows to a modest height of 1.5-2 metres, making it ideal for small gardens, containers, or low fences and trellises.

Thriving in partial shade to full sun, Clematis ‘White Abundance’ prefers well-draining soil and cool roots. Its early blooming period and evergreen nature make it a valuable addition to winter gardens, offering a breath of spring when most other plants are still dormant.