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After the dismal sight of most gardens in winter, spring flowers of all kinds are welcome when they bloom. Of course, we all associate spring with daffodils, snowdrops and hyacinths. We seldom think of the beautiful Clematis Montana as well. This is probably the most vigorous of the clematis. It will grow over walls, trees and along the ground and flowers from April to September. Because they are so vigorous, they need to be kept under control and will take drastic pruning without sulking or, worse still, dying. This beautifully illustrated new book looks at Clematis Montana including the group's characteristics, cultivation and the best way to display them. There is a fascinating chapter called The Montanas Described in which John Howells looks at members of the group and sub-groups together with interesting facts associated with them. For example, in his description of Clematis Montana Mayleen, under the sub-heading 'The Tallest Montana' he says,
This chapter is studded with both fascinating and useful facts ranging from who discovered the original specimens to tips about cultivation. The book is lavishly illustrated with pictures of montanas as well as useful, practical diagrams showing how particular tasks should be done. If you love clematis, you'll want to read this book because it has obviously been written by a man with a passion for the subject. Quick Facts Title: Clematis - The Montanas: A Book for Gardeners Author: John Howells Publisher: Antique Collectors Club ISBN: 1870673514 Binding: Hardback Pages: 215 Publication Date: September 2005 Price: £12.95 All information relates to the UK edition.
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