Date: Thursday 9 February 2023
Club: Kingswood, Walton, & Tadworth Horticultural Society
Contact: Mr. K.G.Lewis
Phone: 01737-210707
Website: http://www.kwthortsoc.co.uk
This will be a general Talk by Everett Leeds covering all the groups of Clematis. Everett is an expert on Clematis being a member of the British Clematis Society and he has written a number of books on the subject and is the societies dedicated speaker. The Talk will hopefully inform you of everything that you always wanted to know about Clematis but were afraid to ask !
His Book with Mary Toomey An Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Clematis is the first picture encyclopaedia on the genus to encompass the garden-worthy species and hybrids.
This book is separated into two sections: the first is devoted to the care and cultivation of clematis, while the second provides an A–Z directory of more than 550 plants, from the acclaimed large-flowered forms to the less-familiar shrubby, sub shrubby, and herbaceous forms that are beginning to be available. Using everyday language, the authors provide plant descriptions that include information on synonyms, origin, plant habit and height, flowers, pruning group, flowering period, cultural requirements, recommended uses in the garden, and hardiness zones. The text is accompanied by more than 650 magnificent colour photos, making this encyclopaedia an indispensable reference and guide.
Book your slot by E mailing us as the meeting room has a limited capacity of 30. There will be a small charge of £3.00 members and £4.00 non- members and includes your refreshments. If you wish to attend, please contact Cathy or David 0208 660 9242 or kwths@btinternet.com