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the hole should be made larger than the expanse of roots 

 so as to furnish soft soil in which the new roots may grow. 

 If the soil is poor it should be enriched with manure or 

 fertilizer. 



Where to plant. Shrubs form an important background 

 for the yard and continue to grow for many years, improv- 

 ing each year in their decorative effects. Not only may 

 they be planted along the borders, walks, and driveways, 



FIG. 59. Planting of shrubbery. 



but in front of porches and buildings, especially at angles 

 and corners, thus helping to soften the hard lines of the 

 buildings. Shrubs may often be used as a screen to shut 

 off the view of some unsightly object. 



What to plant. In deciding what shrubs to plant one 

 should consider hardiness, size, time of bloom, and color of 

 flower. In the northern tier of states hardiness is the first 

 factor to consider, as many shrubs that thrive farther south 

 cannot withstand the northern climate. In these northern 

 sections it is well to plant liberally of native shrubs. 



