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EARL FERRIS NURSERY, Hampton, Iowa 
'Delig^ 1 
Shade Giver* 
that supply 
alluring touches of^ 
beauty and color 
to the home 
HARDY VINES 
Clematis Jackmani. 
Our Vines are strong, well-rooted plants, that will give fine 
effects the first year. 
BOSTON IVY (Ampelopsis Veitchi). Dainty, lovely vine with 
small overlapping leaves, forming a dense sheet of deep green, 
turning in the fall to bright scarlet. Clings tightly to any surface, 
rough or smooth, brick, cement or wood. It is hardy but prefers 
cool places, so gives best results at the north or east exposure. 
35c each; 10 for #2.50. 
ENGELMANN’S IVY (Ampelopsis Engelmanni). Handsome, five' 
leaved Ivy that grows with unusual speed, forms 
a dense covering, and is hardy anywhere. Grows 
in sunshine or shade, withstands heat and drought, 
and readily climbs rough walls, fences, pergolas, 
etc. Scarlet colorings in the fall. 25c each; 10 for 
# 2 . 00 . 
CHINESE WISTERIA. We offer you grafted plants 
that are guaranteed to bloom. Long, pendulous 
clusters of lavender'blue flowers are generously pro- 
duced in May and June. It grows rapidly, and is 
one of the finest and most beautiful of all vines. 
50c each; 10 for #4.00. 
HONEYSUCKLE, HALLIANA (Hall’s Japan). Fine, 
old-fashioned vine that is splendid for fences, trel' 
lises, covering banks, and also a good ground cover. 
The white and yellow fragrant flowers last nearly all 
summer. Does well in shady or sunny spot. 25c 
each; 10 for #2.00. 
HONEYSUCKLE, SCARLET TRUMPET. Beautiful 
clusters of large, trumpet-shaped, scarlet flowers in 
July and August have made this a very popular vine. 
Hardy, vigorous climber; excellent for porches and 
trellises. 30c each; 10 for #2.50. 
SILVER LACE VINE (Polygonum Auberti). Hand¬ 
some, quick growing vine, with rich, glossy green 
foliage, and a mass of feathery white bloom in late 
summer and fall. Ideal for the porch or trellis. 55c 
each; 10 for #5.00. 
BITTERSWEET. The favorite native vine, with bright 
glossy foliage, bearing sprays of bright orange berries 
in the fall that are so popular for winter bouquets. 
Use three or more in a group to secure good fruiting. 
40c each; 3 for #1.05; 10 for #3.00. 
MATRIMONY VINE. Bushy, rapid growing vine, espe¬ 
cially desirable for covering unsightly banks. Purplish 
flowers followed by crimson berries. Very hardy. z5c 
each; 10 for #2.00. 
Clematis 
Of all the vines for either shade or decoration, none can 
compare with the gorgeous Clematis. 
PLANTING DIRECTIONS: Plant the Clematis in rich 
clay soil, mounded so that the water will not stand about 
the plant. It is important to see that the crown is 3 inches 
below the surface of the soil, cutting the top back to the 
crown. Water heavily before and during bloom. Cutworms 
may be avoided by wood ashes or a tin can with bottom 
cut out forced down over the root. 
JACKMANI. The favorite everywhere. Immense flowers 
of rich violet-purple; in bloom the summer through. 90c 
each; 5 for #3.75. 
HENRYI. Large sized blossoms, creamy white in color. 
90c each; 5 for #3.75: 
MME. EDOUARD ANDRE. Large beautiful flowers of 
velvety red. 90c each; 5 for #3.75. 
PANICULATA. Luxuriant grower, with fine foliage, and 
an abundance of small, white, fragrant flowers in late 
summer and fall. 25c each; 10 for #2.00. 
If Vines are 
desired by par¬ 
cel post, add 
5c for one, 
10c for 5, or 
15c for 10 
plants. 
Silver Lace Vine. 
Dear Mr. Ferris: Whitefish, Montana. 
I wish you could see the wonderful growth the plants 
I bought from you this spring have made; they were 
such lovely strong plants, and I shall always use Ferris 
plants from now on. The Rugosa Roses I bought last 
year have attracted a great deal of attention as they 
have been covered with blooms all summer. 
Very truly yours, MRS. E. B. KNOTT. 
Boston Ivy. 
Wisteria. 
