Clematis, Early Large-flowered Clematis 'Arctic Queen'

Clematis

Family
Ranunculaceae (ra-nun-kew-LAY-see-ee)
Genus
Clematis (KLEM-uh-tiss)
Synonym
Spacing
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)
Hardiness
Sun Exposure
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
Danger
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color
All parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Time
White/Near White
Sun Exposure
Danger
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Hardiness
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Bloom Time
Bloom Color
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Other details
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Propagation Methods
Deciduous
Smooth
Seed Collecting
Flower Fragrance
By dividing the rootball
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From softwood cuttings
From semi-hardwood cuttings
By grafting
By simple layering
Patent Information
Group
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Foliage Color
Vines and Climbers
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Seed Collecting
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Colors
Growing Habit
Days to Maturity
Seed Type
Disease Resistance
Leaf Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Other details
No fragrance
Propagation Methods
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Plant Size (check one)
Growing Habit
Growth Rate
Leaf Shape
Leaf Appearance
Degree to which the appearance is present
Leaf Texture (top)
Leaf Texture (bottom)
Leaf Color
Color of Leaf Margin
Leaf Substance
Number of Vein Pairs
Appearance of Margin
Margin Width
Patent expired
Flower Shape
Flower Fragrance
Does it set seed?
Flower Size
Flower Type
Blooming Habit
Foliage Habit
Color Patterns
Awards (if applicable)
Seed Type
Early Large-flowered
Growth Habit
Semi-Double
Flat
Days to Maturity
Group 2 - Repeat bloomers; prune immediately after flowering
Awards (if applicable)
Bloom Shape
Other Details
Pruning Instructions
Kernel Color
Flower Shape
Flower Habit
Bloom Size
Color Pattern
Group
Large - 5 to 8 inches (12 to 20 cm)
Bloom Shape
Pruning Groups
Bloom Diameter
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Seed Type
Flower Size
Size/Type
Flower Characteristics
Leaf Shape/Type
Leaf Texture
Leaf Color
Propagation
Pollination
Bearing Habit
Rootstock Vigor
Blue-Green
Disease Resistance
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Fruit Usage
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Classification
Grow outdoors year-round in hardiness zone
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Calistoga, California

Clayton, California

Elk Grove, California

Fairfield, California

Montara, California

San Jose, California

Olathe, Kansas

Brookeville, Maryland

Clarksville, Maryland

Grand Rapids, Michigan(2 reports)

Kings Park, New York

Ogdensburg, New York

Pekin, North Dakota

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Grants Pass, Oregon

Portland, Oregon

Charleston, South Carolina

Mc Kinney, Texas

Richmond, Texas

South Burlington, Vermont

Amelia Court House, Virginia

Clarksville, Virginia

Minocqua, Wisconsin

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Gardener's Notes:

3
positives
4
neutrals
0
negative
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ROSLINDALE, MA | March 2016 | neutral

Blackened crispy leaves are often due to a common fungal disease called clematis wilt. Large-flowered clematis are more prone to clematis...Read More

V
(Zone 8a) | April 2012 | positive

Has bloomed reliably for two years in a row though sparingly. Grown in a pot with rosa S. de la Malmaison. would probably do better pl...Read More

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Minocqua, WI (Zone 4a) | June 2011 | positive

This clematis comes back reliably for me and blooms heavily year after year. It usually is a bit on the short side, maybe 4-5 feet on ave...Read More

J
Oklahoma City, OK | March 2011 | neutral

I noticed recently that, while I have buds on the old growth of my four other other clematis, there are no buds on the one-year-old stems...Read More

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M
Ewing, KY (Zone 6a) | September 2006 | neutral

Received The Royal Horticultural Society, Award of Garden Merit (AGM) in 2002.

C
Brookeville, MD (Zone 7a) | May 2006 | positive

I've had great success with this cultiver and I don't have any clematic experience.

It likes full sun and the spring weath...Read More

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L
Lenexa, KS (Zone 6a) | April 2004 | neutral

Recent introduction from England (1994). Double-flowered, white variety introduced by Raymond Evison. Blooms on old and new wood. Also...Read More

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