Outstanding 
Hybrids 
It is difficult to realize that 
these lavishly colored hybrids 
are related to the familiar Clem¬ 
atis faniculata which is so 
modest in its display of color. 
The comparison is not made to 
disparage the value of this re¬ 
liable and useful plant, but rather 
to impress the plant enthusiast 
with the great accomplishments 
of modern plant-breeding. 
Crimson King and Mme. Edou¬ 
ard Andre are impressive in their 
regal coloring which is not 
widely separated in the spectrum, 
but each has its distinctive form. 
Mme. Baron-Veillard and Law- 
soniana rate worthy attention for 
their soft texture and their deli¬ 
cate blending of tones. 
The pastel beauty of Comtesse 
de Bouchaud sets it apart as a 
garden subject to be grown where 
it can be enjoyed at close range. 
Duchess of Edinburgh is one 
of the few double hybrids in the 
genus. It has been found most 
adaptable to pot-culture as well 
as for general garden use. 
The coloring of Lord Neville 
reminds one of the rich dark robes 
of royalty. This plant needs the 
support of a white trellis or a 
light wall to be fully enjoyed. 
Clematis crispa and C. texensis 
are two outstanding species with 
urn-shaped flowers that are 
unique in form and color. They 
deserve a place in an informal 
planting where they may grow 
with abandon. 
Duchess of Albany 
Mrs. Cholmondeley 
Ville de Paris 
