Thanks, Susan. It's actually both! The vine is sweet autumn clematis. It's growing on a shrub that died several seasons ago. Here's more on the clematis: Sweet Autumn Clematis (Clematis terniflora)
Gardener was the label imprinted on me when the souls were handed out and so be it. --Margaret Roach (Thank you, Sharon!) Notes from the Garden: Articles of interest on all aspects of gardening Cottage-in-the-Meadow Gardens: Come on in and take the tour! Check out the photos!