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sively than the large-flowering type, because it 
is surer and not so discriminating in its demands. 
The varieties will all stand a moderate pruning 
in early spring. 
LARGE-FLOWERING CLEMATIS 
For real splendour and showiness, the enormous 
masses of bloom of the large-flowering clematis 
are certainly unapproached by any flowering 
vine. Unfortunately, even more than the small- 
flowering type, it lacks two important essentials 
—a vigorous habit and free bloom; but a plant 
once established and doing well, will out-flower 
any other vine. The group is therefore worthy 
of a trial, even if one meets with failure. 
For a deep-violet effect, where a big burst of 
that colour is desired in midsummer, C. Jackmani 
is unique. It has flowers six or seven inches 
across, and how this plant charges the whole 
landscape when in full bloom can be realized 
only by beholding the gorgeous sight. Another 
good variety of the same colour is C. Devoniensis. 
A variety that has stood the test of time and can 
be relied upon where white is wanted is C. Henry1, 
which has very large flowers and is a free 
bloomer. Other white varieties, but not nearly 
so good, are Mrs. C. Jackman and C. lanuginosa 
