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twenty feet high. The stem is very slender, rarely more than 

 an inch thick. 



CLEMATIS. 



Many of the Clematis are shrubby plants, but have all been 

 noticed among the herbaceous tribe. 



CERASUS. 



Cherry. 



The scientific name is derived from a town on the Black 

 Sea, from whence this tree was supposed to be introduced. A 

 few species, with numerous varieties, produce valuable fruits, 

 while nearly all are remarkable for the abundance of their 

 early flowers. 



The Double-flowering Cherry, Cerasus communis plena, is a 

 very desirable addition to the shrubbery, on account of its im- 

 mense number of large, double, pure white flowers, which cover 

 the tree in the early part of May. The flowers are like small 

 white roses, very full and beautiful. By proper training, it 

 can be kept in a low, shrubby state, if desirable. It will grow 

 in any garden soil, and is propagated by budding or grafting. 



The Weeping Cherry is formed by budding a delicate 

 drooping species of Bird Cherry upon the Mazard stock, at 

 any height that may suit the fancy. By inserting a number 

 of buds, at the desired height, a large drooping head may be 

 formed, which 'continues to increase in diameter, but not much 

 in height. Its pendent branches, covered with delicate foliage, 

 are at all times a pleasant sight, but more particularly when 

 covered with its profusion of bloom. 



A number of indigenous species might be introduced into 

 the shrubbery, or pleasure-ground, with good effect. 



Cerasus Virginiana. Choke Cherry. This is an orna- 

 mental shrub, interesting, whether in flower or fruit. It grows 



