Clematis Tai Yang Clematis Tai Yang = 'Evipo045' (PBR) (Fo)
ABOUT
Clematis Tai Yang, often simply known as Clematis, is a striking climbing plant known for its showy blooms. This variety boasts large flowers with a dazzling exhibition of petals, typically presenting in a radiant, sun-like yellow hue that can brighten up any garden space. The petals are broad and overlapping, creating a rounded, full appearance for each blossom. At the center of these flowers, you might notice a contrasting hue with tufts of stamen that reach out, adding to the visual texture and complexity of the bloom. The leaves of Clematis Tai Yang are typically green and provide a lush backdrop to the vivid flowers, often with a pleasant, glossy finish. The foliage can vary in shape but typically has a toothed edge and adds to the plant's overall attractiveness. Overall, the Clematis Tai Yang is a visually appealing plant with a focus on its large, sunshine-yellow flowers that create a charming spectacle when in full bloom.
About this plant
- Names
Family
Ranunculaceae
Synonyms
Tai Yang Clematis, Boulevard Clematis Tai Yang
Common names
Clematis Tai Yang = 'Evipo045' (PBR) (Fo).
- Toxicity
To humans
The Clematis, specifically the Clematis Tai Yang variety, contains compounds that can be toxic to humans if ingested. The plant contains glycosides which can cause digestive upset and irritate the skin and mucous membranes. If someone were to ingest parts of the plant, they may experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and salivation. In some cases, more severe reactions like skin rashes after contact with the sap can also occur. Proper handling and avoidance of ingestion are recommended to prevent these toxic effects.
To pets
The Clematis, including the Clematis Tai Yang variety, is also toxic to pets. If ingested, it can cause similar symptoms of toxicity as seen in humans, like drooling, vomiting, and diarrhea. In severe cases or if a large amount is consumed, pets may experience more pronounced signs including low blood pressure, tremors, or seizures. It is important to keep the Clematis out of reach of pets and seek veterinary attention if you suspect your pet has ingested any part of the plant.
- Characteristics
Life cycle
Perennials
Foliage type
Deciduous
Color of leaves
Green
Flower color
Yellow
Height
6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters)
Spread
2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters)
Plant type
Climber
Hardiness zones
4-9
Native area
Asia
Benefits
- General Benefits
- Ornamental Value: Clematis Tai Yang adds aesthetic appeal to gardens with its vibrant yellow blooms and can act as a focal point in landscape design.
- Versatility: This plant is suitable for trellises, walls, arbors, and pergolas, offering flexibility in garden design.
- Pollinator Attraction: It attracts bees and butterflies, encouraging pollinator biodiversity in the garden.
- Low Maintenance: Once established, Clematis Tai Yang requires minimal care, making it an attractive option for gardeners of all levels.
- Seasonal Interest: With its long flowering period, it provides visual interest throughout the growing season.
- Privacy: When grown on structures, it can provide a degree of privacy as well as shade in garden seating areas.
- Ease of Propagation: It can be easily propagated, allowing gardeners to create more plants for different areas or to share with others.
- Compact Growth: Its growth habit is relatively compact, making it suitable for smaller gardens or containers.
- Medical Properties
This plant is not used for medical purposes.
- Air-purifying Qualities
This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.
- Other Uses
- Clematis can be used as a natural dye for fabrics, with different parts of the plant producing varying shades and tones.
- The plant's fibrous stems may be woven into baskets or other craft items when dried and treated properly.
- Pressed Clematis flowers can be used in art, such as botanical prints or to embellish handmade paper.
- The petals of Clematis can be used in potpourri for their aesthetic appeal and to add bulk.
- Although not a common practice, some species of Clematis leaves can be used to create leaf molds for garden paths or stepping stones.
- The vines of Clematis can be trained to grow over unsightly structures, providing a natural camouflage.
- Dried Clematis vines can be used as a natural filler in floral arrangements or wreaths.
- Fragrant varieties of Clematis can be used to scent a room when placed in a vase with water.
- Photographers and painters may use Clematis as a subject for their art due to its intricate and vivid flowers.
- Interactive garden experiences, like mazes or play areas, can incorporate Clematis for both its climbing properties and visual impact.
Interesting Facts
- Feng Shui
The Clematis is not used in Feng Shui practice.
- Zodiac Sign Compitability
The Clematis is not used in astrology practice.
- Plant Symbolism
- Ingenuity and Cleverness: The Clematis plant's ability to climb and adapt to its environment symbolizes intellectual prowess and the ability to navigate challenges with ease.
- Mental Beauty: Often admired for its intricate flowers, the Clematis represents the beauty of the mind and spirit, not just the physical or superficial appearance.
- Artistic Inspiration: Due to its showy blooms, the Clematis is frequently associated with creativity and the muse that inspires artists and creators.
- Transformation: As Clematis plants can go from bare vines to lush foliage with intricate flowers, they symbolize change, growth, and transformation in one's life.
- Aspiration and Determination: The upward growth of the Clematis suggests the importance of striving for higher goals and aspirations with determination.
- Water
Clematis 'Tai Yang' should be watered thoroughly once a week, ensuring the soil is moist but not waterlogged. During the growing season in spring and summer, it may need water twice a week if the weather is particularly dry or hot. Each watering session should consist of about one gallon of water for mature plants, allowing the moisture to reach deep into the roots. In the winter months, water less frequently, just enough to keep the soil from drying out completely, as the plant is dormant during this period.
- Light
Clematis 'Tai Yang' thrives best in a spot that receives at least six hours of sunlight a day, though it can tolerate partial shade. The ideal location would provide morning sun and afternoon shade to protect the plant from the intense heat of late-day sunlight. Ensure it's planted in a well-lit area away from shadows cast by larger structures or trees for optimum growth and flowering.
- Temperature
The Clematis 'Tai Yang' prefers a temperature range between 45°F and 85°F; however, it can tolerate temperatures down to about 20°F. Ideal growth occurs when the plant is exposed to temperatures within the 60°F to 75°F range. It is hardy to USDA zones 4 through 9, ensuring that it can survive winters in these areas as long as the root zone is protected from extreme cold.
- Pruning
Clematis 'Tai Yang' requires pruning to promote healthy growth and flowering. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts by cutting back the previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds about 12 inches above the ground. Pruning helps maintain the plant's shape, encourages new growth, and improves air circulation, which can reduce the risk of disease. This variety typically belongs to pruning group 3, which means it flowers on the current year's growth and therefore benefits from annual hard pruning.
- Cleaning
As needed
- Soil
Clematis Tai Yang, widely known as Clematis, thrives in well-draining soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5. A mix of loamy soil, peat, and perlite or sand promotes good drainage while retaining moisture. An application of compost or well-rotted manure enriches the soil, benefiting the plant's growth.
- Repotting
Clematis 'Tai Yang' should be repotted every two to three years to replenish the soil and accommodate root growth. Repot in late winter or early spring before the onset of the growing season.
- Humidity & Misting
Clematis Tai Yang requires moderate humidity levels. It's adaptable but fares best when ambient humidity is neither too dry nor excessively moist, mimicking the natural outdoor conditions it prefers.
- Suitable locations
Indoor
Provide bright, indirect light and support for climbing.
Outdoor
Full sun to part shade, shelter from strong winds, support for climbing.
Hardiness zone
4-9 USDA
- Life cycle
The Clematis 'Tai Yang' begins its life cycle as a dormant root system or a seed. Once planted and as temperatures warm in spring, it germinates, sprouting stems and leaves. As it enters the vegetative stage, it focuses energy on growing taller and developing a strong root system. The plant then progresses to the flowering phase, generally from early summer to early autumn, producing large, vividly colored blossoms that attract pollinators. After flowering, it may produce seeds, which are dispersed by wind or animals, allowing the cycle to continue. Finally, in preparation for winter, the plant enters a period of dormancy where above-ground growth dies back, yet it can resprout from the same roots the following spring.
- Propogation
Propogation time
Spring to early summer
The Clematis Tai Yang, also known as 'Evipo045', can be propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings during summer when the plant is actively growing. This method involves taking a cutting of about 4 to 6 inches (10 to 15 cm) long from a healthy stem, ensuring it has at least 2-3 nodes. Leaves near the bottom are removed, and the cut end is dipped in rooting hormone to encourage root development. The cutting is then planted in well-drained soil and kept under high humidity with partial shade. Over a few weeks, the cutting should develop roots and can be transplanted to a larger pot or directly into the garden once it is fully rooted and new growth appears.