clematis nz native
Experience the beauty of Aotearoa in your garden with Clematis paniculata, the beloved native clematis NZ gardeners know as Puawhananga. This exquisite climbing plant is a New Zealand treasure, gracing bush edges and forest margins with its profusion of pure white, star-shaped flowers in early spring. For generations, Māori have treasured Puawhananga, naming it the “flower of the skies” for its spectacular blooms that brighten the landscape. With graceful, dark green foliage and an ability to climb up trellises, fences, or even established trees, Clematis paniculata is perfect for creating a lush, natural look in your garden — while also supporting native biodiversity.
Clematis paniculata
Clematis paniculata, known as Puawhananga, is a stunning native New Zealand climber celebrated for its masses of fragrant white flowers in spring and early summer. This deciduous vine grows rapidly and is ideal for covering fences, trellises, or scrambling through trees. It thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil and cool roots. As a symbol of spring in Māori tradition, Puawhananga brings beauty, fragrance, and cultural significance to both native and ornamental gardens.
- Suited to regions:
Subtropical, Temperate - Plant type:
Climbers - Height:
3.00 m - Spread:
3.00 m - Flowering time:
Spring - Tolerances:
Coastal - Garden uses:
Arches, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening - Garden styles:
Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Native, White
