Netleaf Leather Flower (Clemantis reticulata) is a graceful perennial vine admired for its striking, pinkish-purple flowers and distinctive white fruit. This twining, trailing vine has the potential to grow 10 feet or more, creating a stunning vertical or cascading element in the garden. Blooming from spring through summer, it brings a vibrant and eye-catching display to outdoor spaces.
This winter-dormant vine thrives in full sun to part shade and prefers well-drained, sandy soil with an acidic to neutral pH. Its ecological benefits are vast: it serves as the larval host plant for the Mournful Thyris moth, offering critical support for their lifecycle, and its nectar-rich flowers attract a variety of pollinators, including bees and butterflies. Additionally, birds and small wildlife consume its seeds, further enriching its role in the ecosystem.
Netleaf Leather Flower is an excellent choice for trellises, fences, or naturalized areas, adding beauty and biodiversity to any garden.
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