ENGLISH CLEMATIS— JACKMANII SUPERBA AND JACKMANII ALBA (Eyigraved from a Photograph). 



Fine English and other Clematis. 



Those who have seen the magnificent masses of exquisite flowers produced by Jackmanii Superba and 

 other choice varieties of English Clematis do not need to be told that these Clematis are undoubtedly the 

 most beautiful of all flowering vines. The flowers are grandly beautiful and of very large size, often meas- 

 uring from 4 to 6 inches in diameter, and .are borne in gorgeous wreaths and clusters of bloom that hang in 

 graceful festoons from the vine during July and August, forming an array of entrancing beauty that delights 

 every beholder. The colors run from intense sky blue to royal purple and pearly white, making a most 

 agreeable contrast. The vines are of slender wiry growth and require support that they can twine around, 

 like a rod, pole or wire. They like good rich ground, and if somewhat damp and moist and partially 

 shaded, so much the better. The north side of a house or portico is often the best place for them. They 

 succeed particularly well in the Eastern and Middle States, and are quite hardy, but it is generally desirable 

 to place a thick coat of leaves or litter around the plants before severe freezing — at least until fully estab- 

 lished. As they are quite difficult to propagate successfully, the price is necessarily pretty high, but they 

 are richly worth all they cost. The pretty illustration made by our artist represents two fine Clematis in 

 bloom — one Jackmanii Superba, the most exquisite violet purple, and one pure white, either J. Alba or 

 Lanuginosa Candida, the finest varieties of their respective colors, and perhaps the most beautiful of all. 

 Fine strong roots are sent safely by Mail or Express on receipt of price. 



The Best English Clematis. 



Jackmanii Superba. — Immense flowers, 4 to 5 inches 

 in diameter ; exquisite color, deep violet purple, very rich and 

 handsome ; bears great masses and wreaths of flowers ; comes 

 into bloom quickly, and continues a long time ; exceedingly 

 beautiful. 60 cts. each, or with one good white variety, your 

 choice, the two for $1. 



Jackmanii Alba. — Immense pure white flowers, very 

 fine. 60 cts. each. With Jackmanii Superba, the two for $1. 



Lanuginosa Candida. — Silvery white. 60 cts. each. 



Star of India. — Reddish violet purple, with plum-colored 

 markings; very fine, large flowers. 60 cts. each. 



Fairy Queen. — Beautiful pale flesh color, shading to 

 delicate pink. 60 cts. each. 



Henryii. — Extra-large flowers, rich creamy white, very 

 fine. 60 cts. each. With Jackmanii Superba, the 2 for $1. 



Ducbess of Edinburgh. — A very fine shade of white 

 with double flowers; very attractive. 60 cts. each. 



Countess of Lovelace. — Bluish lilac ; double ; exceed- 

 ingly lovely in effect ; robust habit ; very select and choice. 

 60 cts. each. 



Set of 8 fine English Clematis named above for $4.1$. 



Rare Miscellaneous Clematis. 



Sweet-scented (Clematis Crispi). — This is a decidedly 

 pretty ornamental trailing vine, quite recently introduced to 

 the trade. It is a domestic species and quite different from 

 all others. The vine produces an abundance of pretty bell- 

 shaped flowers continuously from June until frost. The color 

 is a delicate lavender blue, very fragrant and sweet. It is 

 suitable for borders and low trellises, etc. 20 cts. each. 



Paniculata. — A lovely variety with medium-sized pure 

 white flowers borne in great profusion. The fragrance is de- 

 licious. It blooms in the latter part of September, when few 

 flowers are in bloom. Perfectly hardy. Price, 35 cts. each. 



New Coral ( Clematis Coccinea). — Grows 8 to 10 feet high, 

 suitable for veranda or trellis ; a constant bloomer, bearing a 

 great profusion of rich coral scarlet, tulip-shaped flowers all 

 through the season, from early Summer until Fall ; very pretty 

 and desirable. 30 cts. each. 



Virginiana ( Virginia Clematis). — Desirable for covering 

 unsightly objects effectually; pare white, fragrant flowers; 

 very thick, dark green foliage, and highly curious and orna- 

 mental seed vessels. 20 cts. each. 



The 4 varieties Clematis above for 75 cts.; with set of S 

 English Clematis, 12 in all for $5. 



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