144 Growing Flowers 



Among the vines which will thrive on a north wall 

 are the Japanese quince, the winter jasmine, golden 

 bell, ivy, and climbing hydrangea. The branches 

 of vines which are to climb on a wall should 

 not be too close together, or they will not flower. 

 The ground should be well drained in order that 

 it may not become sodden. 



Here is a list of some vines which are very satis- 

 factory for window box culture: 



Madeira Vine Tradescantia 



Vinca Harrisonii Glechoma 



Othanna Ivy-leaf Geraniums 



Saxifraga German Ivy 



The wild cucumber grows rapidly and will cover 

 a summerhouse in one season. It has beautiful 

 foliage and exceedingly pretty, fine white flowers. 



The wild grape vine is a rapid grower and can be 

 found growing along the banks of a creek or river 

 in all parts of the country. The flowers are very 

 fragrant and altogether it is one of the most satis- 

 factory of vines for use as a screen or shade. 



The hyacinth bean has brilliant red flowers and 

 it is excellent for training over walls or other sup- 

 ports having a height of seven or eight feet. It 



