New Raymond Evison Clematis Varieties!

In the past few years there have been some exciting new introductions in the world of vines. None are more exciting than the new varieties of Clematis being bred by Raymond Evison. These new varieties are bred for their comapct size, disease resistent foliage, and beautiful bloms. For 2011 you can choose from the following varieties:

• Avante Garde - red with a pink rosette
• Bourbon - dramatic red colour
• Cezanne - blue with a yellow centre
• Chantilly - white with a pink blush
• Diamantina - double blue
• Empress - pink outer sepals and an exotic spiky centre
• Fleuri - deep purple

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If you are interested in learning more about these and other great varieties Raymond is giving a talk at the Justice Institute at 7:30 PM on Tuesday April 19th. Tickets are $10 + HST and are available at our store.

Fall Colour with Vines!

One of the most colourful vines for fall is the Boston Ivy. This is the plant after which the Ivy League schools get their name. The Boston Ivy, or Parthenocissus, is a great climbing vine that can climb many stories up the sides of building. They are self clinging so they do not require staking or a trellis. Plant one against the side of your house and within a few year you will be enjoying the stunning fall colour as the leaves turn a brilliant red. There are several varieties the most common being the Parthenocissus tricuspidata with smaller leaves or the larger leaved Parthenocissus tricuspidata ‘Veitchii’. Both provide a beutiful show of colour in the fall.

Parthenocissus Tricuspidata Boston Ivy