Clematis tangutica (Yellow Clematis), 2024
watercolour on paper, 20” x 14”

Clematis tangutica has only recently been declared as noxious in Alberta. Many garden centres and nurseries across North America still sell this clematis widely. A vigorous spreader with wind dispersed seeds, the clematis easily escapes from gardens. Clematis tangutica is evidence that without care and attention, apparently innocent plants in our gardens can easily become invasive.