Old Man's Beard (Clematis Vitalba) is a perennial vine in the Ranunculaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A vigorous, deciduous climber with creamy-white flowers and fluffy seed heads, often forming dense, tangled masses.

Old Man's Beard

Old Man's Beard

Clematis Vitalba

A vigorous, deciduous climber with creamy-white flowers and fluffy seed heads, often forming dense, tangled masses.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-9

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, chalky, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:screen, cover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Old Man's Beard

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Ranunculaceae
Genus:Clematis