
Paul’s Searlet Climber puts ona dazzling show on the grounds of Mr. and Mrs. 
Joseph L. Nelson. A single bush in such a dramatic setting can easily steal the honors 
from a more elaborate planting. 
HE cheery brightness of the scene pictured above is not easily forgotten by the passer-by. Here 
Paul’s Scarlet forms a graceful garland on a picket fence so white as to intensify the brilliance of the 
flowers. Many gardens could use more white flowers for this purpose, and to separate clashing colors. 
For the ground space they occupy, climbing roses give more bloom than any other type. The size and 
quality of their flowers has been so much improved in recent years that climbing roses of true exhibition 
form may be had in practically any color. They are vigorous, graceful plants even when out of bloom, and 
their general freedom from pests makes them easy to grow. Climbers endure poor soil and a partly shaded 
location more readily than other roses; in short, they are the least exacting of all types in most respects. 
Practically any kind of climbing rose will do well grown on a wooden or wire trellis where its canes 
can be threaded through the lattice work and spread out to the sun and air. This is the best way to 
train a climber when it is planted against the wall of a house, a garage, or at the side of a porch. A 
climbing rose trained on a pillar makes a dramatic accent in a garden. Exceptionally vigorous climbers 
are needed when they are used to cover arches. Interesting variations of rose arches and pillars are within 
the scope of most imaginations, and lend originality to a garden. Climbing roses may even serve a 
utilitarian purpose by helping to conceal unlovely views or buildings. 
NORFOLK, VIRGINIA 
