. Ampelopsis Veitchi Ampelopsis Veitchi (Boston Ivy, or Japan Ivy) The most popular climbing plant for cov- ering brick, stone or wooden walls, trees, etc.; when it becomes established it is of very rapid growth, and clings to the smooth- est surface with the tenacity of ivy; the foli- age is of a rich olive green during the sum- mer, changing to various shades of bright crimson and scarlet in the fall. In planting Aristolochia Sifho Ampelopsis of all kinds, the plants, if still in a dormant condition, should be cut down to within 6 inches of the ground, so that the new growth may cling to the
. Ampelopsis Veitchi Ampelopsis Veitchi (Boston Ivy, or Japan Ivy) The most popular climbing plant for cov- ering brick, stone or wooden walls, trees, etc.; when it becomes established it is of very rapid growth, and clings to the smooth- est surface with the tenacity of ivy; the foli- age is of a rich olive green during the sum- mer, changing to various shades of bright crimson and scarlet in the fall. In planting Aristolochia Sifho Ampelopsis of all kinds, the plants, if still in a dormant condition, should be cut down to within 6 inches of the ground, so that the new growth may cling to the wall or tree from the bottom up. (See cut.) Extra strong two-year old plants, 25 cts. each; $ per doz.; $ per 100. APIOS TUBEROSA A valuable hardy tuberous-rooted climber, resembling in miniature the common Wistaria in vine and foliage, and having clusters of rich, chocolate-brown flowers, which have a strong delicious violet fra- grance. They grow to a height of 8 to 10 feet, and bloom profusely. Plant 2 to 3 bulbs near together to produce a mass of vines and flowers. 8 cts. each; 75 cts. per doz. ARISTOLOCHIA SIPHO (Dutchman's Pipe Vine) A vigorous and rapid-growing climber, bearing singular brownish- colored flowers, resembling in shape a pipe. Its flowers, however, are of little value compared to its light-green leaves, which are of very large size, and retain their color from early spring to late fall; perfectly hardy. Strong plants, 50 cts. each; $ per doz. BIGNONIA (Trumpet Vine) For covering unsightly places, stumps, rockwork, or wherever a showy-flowering vine is desired, the Bignonias will be found very useful. The flowers are large, attractive, and borne profusely when the plants attain a fair size. Qrandiflora. Large flowers of orange-red. 50 cts. each; $ per doz. Radicans. Dark red, orange throat, free blooming and very hardy 30 cts. each; $3 00 per doz. BASELLOIDES (Madeira, or Mignonette Vine) An old-fashioned, popular vine, cov
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