Clematis Jouiniana, Spingarn Variety 
Clematis for Pot-Culture 
In recent years potted plants have not had the wide use that 
they merit, partly because many gardeners have wearied of such 
plants as fuchsias, geraniums, and lantanas. However, there 
are many parts of the garden where little-known pot-plants 
may be used to advantage. 
Recent building trends are featuring terraces and unusual 
porches which provide opportunity for the use of specimen 
plants. Oftentimes they are effective for accent purposes near 
steps or changes of level. 
The cultural directions given for forcing Clematis are also 
applicable to plants grown outside in pots. The pots may be 
plunged in coal-ashes or set in a coldframe until foliage has 
developed. In fact, most gardeners usually grow their potted 
plants in such an area until they are ready to flower. Applica¬ 
tions of liquid manure at periodic intervals will help materially. 
It should be remembered that potted plants require watering 
frequently when they are set on terraces or porches, and careful 
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JAMES I, GEORGE & SON 
