CLEMATIS. 



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ENGLISH CLEMATIS— JACKMANII SUPERBA AND JACKMANII ALBA (ENGRAVED 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 ttie 

 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. 



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

 decidedly pretty ornamental trailing vine, quite recently 

 introduced to the trade. It is a domestic species and quitf 

 different from all others. The vine produces an abundanci 

 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. 



Clematis Viticella {Blue Bells). — A strong grower, 

 with pretty glossy green leaves, and a profusion of dark 

 blue and purple flowers; excellent for trellis. 20 cts. 

 New Coral Clematis (Clematis Coccinea). — Grows 

 eight to ten 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. 

 Clematis Virginiana ( Virginia Clematis). — Desirable 

 for covering unsightly objects effectually ; pure white, fragrant 

 flowers; very thick, dark green foliage, and highly curious and 

 ornamental seed vessels. 20 cts. each. 



The 4 varieties Clematis above for yj cts.; witk set of 9 

 English Clematis, fj in all, for $5.50. 



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. 



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



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

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



Jackmanii Alba. — Immese pure white flowers, very 

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



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. 



Duchess 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. 



La France. — A fine rich blue ; rapid grower and very 

 desirable ; one of the best. 60 cts. each. 



Set of 9 fine English Clematis named above for $5.25. 



