Large - flowered Varieties 
Ascotiensis. Tapering buds which assume many interesting forms when 
unfolding their large, azure-blue petals, producing a star-like 
form, with a circle center of creamy stamens accentuating the dis¬ 
tinctive outline of the flower, serve to characterize this unusual 
hybrid of the Viticella type. It attains a height of 8 to 10 feet, and 
its blooming period extends from July to late September. 
Belle of Woking. An English hybrid recently introduced in America, 
it has double flowers that range from pale bluish mauve to silver- 
gray. Since the flowers are produced on year-old wood, pruning 
should consist of removing dead wood only. June and July are 
months of profuse bloom in the garden, and yet this climber attracts 
attention for its unusual charm. Eight feet seems to be its limit. 
Comtesse de Bouchaud. Gracefully curved petals that range in tone 
from satiny rose to rich pink places this variety in a distinct cate¬ 
gory. Not only are the flowers the nearest approach to clear pink 
of all the hybrids, but the plant is a strong grower and a profuse 
bloomer from July to September, and reaches 8 to 10 feet in height. 
Crimson King. The name itself suggests the color, which is vinous 
red with brownish anthers. In size it is truly spectacular, for it 
often attains a diameter of 6 to 7 inches. Comparatively new, this 
showy hybrid (6 to 8 feet) holds the distinction of having the best 
red tone yet produced. The blooming period is from June to 
September. 
Duchess of Albany. Vigorous sprays of gorgeous pink, trumpet-like 
flowers on slender but sturdy stems suggest a grace and a delicacy 
rarely found among climbing plants. The dark brown center of the 
flower and the white streaks on the outer side of the petals are 
interesting features. July to September is the blooming period, and 
this variety is particularly desirable where it can be seen at close 
range. Of interest to those who are partial to American plants is 
the fact that this magnificent hybrid had its origin as a hybrid of 
Texensis—the Scarlet Clematis of Texas. 
Duchess of Edinburgh. Double, pure white, and not unlike a gardenia, 
is the description for the flowers of this most desirable plant. White 
flowers make highlights in the shady garden and help to tone down 
the brilliant hues in the open border. It is interesting to note that 
this new introduction blooms on year-old wood, hence pruning 
should consist of removing only the dead wood in late February or 
March. The growth-habit of Duchess of Edinburgh suggests its 
use for pillar treatment. 
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