AMERICAN GARDENER

Clematis viticella, also known as Italian Clematis or Virgin’s Bower is native to Southern Europe, particularly the Mediterranean region, including Italy, from where it gets its common name. It thrives in the wild in regions with warm summers and mild winters. Clematis viticella was one of the earliest clematis species to be introduced into British … Read more

Clematis armandii, known commonly as Evergreen Clematis or Armand’s Clematis, is native to China and was first described by the French missionary and naturalist Père Armand David in the 19th century. It was introduced to Western gardens in the early 1900s by the famous plant collector Ernest Henry Wilson, who sent seeds back to England. … Read more

Clematis ‘Henryi’ is one of the classic large-flowered clematis hybrids. It was named after the German botanist and plant collector Augustine Henry, who was instrumental in bringing many plants from China to the Western world in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. However, the cultivar ‘Henryi’ itself was bred by Isaac Anderson-Henry, a Scottish … Read more

The President’ was bred by Charles Noble, a renowned clematis grower, in Sunningdale, England. It was introduced to the gardening world around 1876. It was named in honor of the president of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) at the time, reflecting the high esteem in which this cultivar was held or perhaps as a mark … Read more

Clematis ‘Nelly Moser’ is one of the most famous and enduringly popular clematis cultivars. It was bred by Moser in France in 1897. This hybrid was named after the wife or daughter of the breeder, which was a common practice at the time. ‘Nelly Moser’ quickly became favored for its unique and large flowers, making … Read more

Clematis montana, commonly known as mountain clematis or Himalayan clematis, originates from the mountainous regions of Asia, particularly the Himalayas. It was introduced to Western gardens in the early 19th century. The species was first described by the botanist Buch.-Ham. ex DC., and over time, several cultivars have been developed to enhance color variations and … Read more

Clematis ‘Jackmanii’ is one of the most famous and widely grown clematis varieties, introduced by the Jackman nursery in England. It was bred by George Jackman in 1858 and first exhibited in 1863. This variety came from a cross between Clematis lanuginosa and Clematis viticella or possibly Clematis hendersonii. Its introduction marked the beginning of … Read more

Clematis is a genus of about 380 species within the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. Their garden hybrids and cultivars have been popular among gardeners, beginning with Clematis ‘Jackmanii’, a garden staple since 1862; more cultivars are being produced constantly. They are mainly of Chinese and Japanese origin. Clematis flowers are beautiful with diversity in shape, color, … Read more

Cyclamen belongs to the Primulaceae family. These plants have heart-shaped leaves, often variegated or with silver markings, which adds to their ornamental value. The flowers are distinctive with reflexed petals, giving them a somewhat swept-back look, which is quite unique among flowers. They come in a variety of colors including white, pink, red, and even … Read more

Lilac plants, belonging to the genus Syringa, are popular ornamental shrubs and small trees. They are most famous for their clusters of small, tubular flowers that come in shades of purple, lavender, blue, pink, white, and sometimes yellow. The flowers are often highly fragrant. Lilacs generally bloom in late spring, although the exact timing can … Read more