Clematis tangutica 'Golden Tiara': Golden-Yellow Late Bloomer

Clematis tangutica 'Golden Tiara' – Vigorous Golden-Yellow Bells

Vigorous late-flowering climbing vine to 15–20 feet with intense golden-yellow bell-shaped flowers opening to reveal crimson filaments. Profuse midsummer to late fall. Fluffy attractive seedheads. Native to western China.

Culture

Fertile, organically rich, well-drained soil, full sun or partial shade. Clematis like shaded "feet". Plant root ball 3 inches below surface. Prune early spring by cutting all previous year's stems to strong buds 6–8 inches above ground. Propagate by division or basal cuttings in spring, softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe early summer, layer late winter/early spring. Pests: scale, whiteflies, earwigs, aphids, wilt, powdery mildew, rust, fungal spots, stem cankers.

Key Facts

• Height: 10–15 ft.
• Spread: 6–10 ft.
• Light: Full sun to part shade
• Moisture: Medium
• Bloom: Summer to fall (yellow)
• Features: Showy seed heads, late blooming