ORNAMENTAL VINES 



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Many of the vines, as the wistaria, climbing roses, and 

 clematis, prefer a southern exposure, while the woodbine 

 and American ivy thrive in shady places. For covering 

 screens, stumps, rocky places, bare tree trunks, walls, 

 and fences they are excellent. 



Of the flowering vines the clematis is one of the most 

 popular. There are two classes of this vine, commonly 

 known as the large-flowering and the small-flowering 

 clematis. Clematis Jack- 

 manii is one of the best 

 of the large-flowering 

 varieties, while Clematis 

 paniculata is the most 

 popular of the small- 

 flowering clematis. 



The wistaria is another 

 one of the most beauti- 

 ful and effective of the 

 flowering vines, but it 

 is rather slow in coming 

 into blossom, frequently 

 requiring five to six years. It prefers a southern exposure 

 and a moderately rich, well-drained soil. 



The honeysuckle thrives and blooms abundantly either 

 in a southern exposure or in shaded or partly shaded loca- 

 tions. Even upon poor soil on the north side of buildings 

 the honeysuckle grows better than most other vines. It is 

 a desirable vine for porches, screens, walls, or for covering 

 bare places under trees. 



Roses are an extremely popular class of vines although 

 they require much care. A southern exposure is preferred 

 with a moderately rich clay loam soil. The Crimson 



Fig. 209. A beautiful effect produced by ivy. 



