Vines

Vines

CLEMATIS: just give them a trellis and these vigorous vines with showy flowers will really go to town; many colors to choose from. (10-15') Varieties include Jackman (purple), Nelly Moser (light pink flower with reddish center), Rouge Cardinal (rich red), and Comtesse de Bouchaud (pink).

CARE FOR CLEMATIS:

• Plant clematis in moist, well-drained soil. Add organic matter to hole at time of planting.
• East facing wall is preferable because it's out of the prevailing wind and provides adequate sunlight.
• Mulch roots with organic matter. Keep roots moist.
• Train on a trellis.
• Fertilize every four weeks May through July.

HONEYSUCKLE, Dropmore: tall-growing climber ready to adorn a trellis, post or whatever with orange-red, trumpet-shaped flowers from June-September. We think it's fabulous and so do hummingbirds; very hardy (10-15').

IVY, Virginia Creeper and Engelman Ivy: rapid growing vines; deep burgundy-red autumn foliage; very hardy; berries loved by birds; Engelman best for covering masonry. (30-40')