Is There an Evergreen Clematis?

Rush-stemmed Clematis

• Rush-stemmed clematis (Clematis afoliata) is an evergreen clematis native to New Zealand. The plant has a sprawling to semi-climbing growth habit and grows up to 10 feet tall. The fragrant flowers bloom in a shade of yellow green and often grow in clusters of five. Rush-stemmed clematis is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 8 to 9.

Armand's Clematis

• Armand's clematis (Clematis armandii) grows to a mature height of up to 20 feet and climbs with its twisting tendrils. The evergreen vine is native to China and is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 10. Armand's clematis blooms with 2½-inch wide, five-petaled, white flowers and has 5- to 7-inch long, dark green leaflets.

Apple Blossom

• Apple blossom (Clematis Apple Blossom) achieves a mature height of 20 feet or more and blooms with 2- to 2½-inch diameter, pink-tinged white flowers. The evergreen clematis variety is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9 and has a vigorous growth habit.