Mongolian Snowflakes
Clematis hexapetala
Mongolian Snowflakes (Clematis hexapetala) is a perennial suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 18–24 in tall and 18–24 in wide, needs low to medium water, and prefers full sun to part. Non-vining bush clematis; clouds of fragrant white star flowers in early summer.
low to medium water18–24 in tall and 18–24 in wideXeric / water-wiseDeer-resistantToxic to dogs
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At a glance
- Botanical name
- Clematis hexapetala
- Type
- Perennial
- Mature size
- 18–24 in tall and 18–24 in wide
- Water needs
- low to medium water
- Sun
- full sun to part
- Colorado native
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- loam, sandy
- Soil pH
- 6.5–8.0
- Hail tolerance
- high
- Wind tolerance
- high
- Salt tolerance
- moderate
- Bloom color
- white
- Bloom time
- early summer, mid summer
- Pollinator value
- moderate
Planting & establishment
Deep water every 1–2 weeks during establishment (first growing season), then water sparingly per Plant Select guidance.
Frequently asked questions
- Is Mongolian Snowflakes good for the Colorado Front Range?
- Yes. Mongolian Snowflakes is included in the Front Range Plant Finder as a perennial suited to Colorado's Front Range.
- How big does Mongolian Snowflakes get?
- It matures to about 18–24 in tall and 18–24 in wide.
- How much water does Mongolian Snowflakes need?
- It needs low to medium water once established.
- Is Mongolian Snowflakes safe for dogs?
- No — Mongolian Snowflakes is considered toxic to dogs. Keep pets away and check with your vet.
