How much sun does Scarlet Leatherflower need?

Scarlet Leatherflower grows best in part sun conditions.

When does Scarlet Leatherflower bloom?

Scarlet Leatherflower blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.

Where is Scarlet Leatherflower native?

Scarlet Leatherflower (Clematis texensis) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Scarlet Leatherflower attract?

Scarlet Leatherflower draws butterflies and hummingbirds.

Is Scarlet Leatherflower HOA-friendly?

Scarlet Leatherflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Scarlet Leatherflower

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Clematis texensis

Last reviewed: July 2026

Light

part sun

Water

medium

Size

96"–120" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug

Native to

Pollinators

butterflies, hummingbirds

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Browse plants for this ecoregion

Central Oklahoma/Texas Plains Edwards Plateau Texas Blackland Prairies

Scarlet Leatherflower is a native Texas vine that produces bright red, bell-shaped flowers from spring through late summer. This climbing perennial dies back to the ground in winter and regrows each spring, reaching 8-10 feet in height with proper support.

In an HOA neighborhood

Scarlet Leatherflower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Requires support structure
Can appear messy

Wildlife value

The tubular red flowers are specifically adapted to attract hummingbirds, while butterflies also visit for nectar. This vine provides excellent wildlife habitat and food sources throughout the growing season.

Common questions

How much sun does Scarlet Leatherflower need?: Scarlet Leatherflower grows best in part sun conditions.
When does Scarlet Leatherflower bloom?: Scarlet Leatherflower blooms in March, April, May, June, July, and August.
Where is Scarlet Leatherflower native?: Scarlet Leatherflower (Clematis texensis) is native to TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Scarlet Leatherflower attract?: Scarlet Leatherflower draws butterflies and hummingbirds.
Is Scarlet Leatherflower HOA-friendly?: Scarlet Leatherflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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