Clematis armandii, commonly known as Armand clematis or evergreen clematis, is an evergreen climbing plant native to mountainous regions and forest margins in China and Myanmar. It can reach a height of 20 feet, with leathery, dark green leaves that provide year-round interest. In early to mid-spring, it produces clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers, each about 2.5 inches across, which emerge on the previous year’s growth. The flowers are particularly showy, making it a popular choice for trellises, walls, and arbors.

Armand clematis is valued for its evergreen foliage, fragrant and showy flowers, and its ability to provide quick coverage as a screen or vertical element in the garden. It is often used to cover fences, pergolas, and other structures. While it prefers full sun to part shade, it requires protection from intense afternoon sun in hotter climates. It thrives in well-drained soil and requires regular watering, especially during dry periods. It is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9, which includes many southern and western parts of the USA. To maintain a tidy appearance and promote vigorous growth, pruning can be done after flowering. Leaf tip burn can occur in salty soils or with saline water, and the plant may be susceptible to clematis wilt, a fungal disease.CC BY-SA 4.0