Germination of golden clematis seeds can be started indoors, 6 to 8 weeks before the end of frost season. They take about 21 to 28 days to sprout.
Once established, golden clematis is drought-tolerant and requires minimal care. The plants need annual pruning in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage vigorous flowering.
The fragrant flowers attract butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinators, while the fluffy seed heads that follow provide visual interest and food for birds well into winter.