Clematis armandii Snowdrift

Common Name:
Snowdrift Clematis

Description:
Clematis armandii 'Snowdrift' is a vigorous evergreen climber renowned for its profusion of sweetly scented, star-shaped pure white flowers that bloom from late winter to early spring. The glossy, dark green, leathery foliage provides year-round interest, making it an excellent choice for covering walls, fences, or pergolas. In Melbourne's climate, 'Snowdrift' thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It's ideal for adding vertical interest and fragrance to the garden during the cooler months. Minimal pruning is required; simply remove dead or weak stems after flowering to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.

Form:

• Climber

• Shrub – Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 4.5–5 m

• Width: 2.5–3 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Late Winter

• Flowers in Early Spring

Flower Colour:

• Pure White

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots

• Bee Attracting

• Bird Attracting

• Perennial

• Scented Flowers

• RHS Award of Garden Merit

• Low Maintenance

• Fast Growing

• Evergreen Foliage

• Suitable for Trellises and Pergolas

• Drought Tolerant (once established)

Toxicity:

• May cause skin irritation upon contact

• Harmful if ingested by humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Rosa spp. (Climbing Roses)

• Lonicera japonica (Japanese Honeysuckle)

• Wisteria sinensis (Chinese Wisteria)

• Jasminum officinale (Common Jasmine)

• Passiflora caerulea (Blue Passionflower)