ORNAMENTATION OF HOME GROUNDS 165 



The size of shrubs must be adapted to the size of the yard, 

 only the smaller shrubs being planted in small yards. In 

 larger yards, several tiers of shrubs may be planted, the 

 tallest in the background and the smaller ones in the front. 

 By proper selection of shrubs, one may have some in bloom 

 all the season. Even in winter their decorative effects may 

 be enjoyed if shrubs are planted which carry their fruit 

 through the winter. These will also serve as a means of 

 attracting birds. 



The following table is given for reference to show the chief 

 characteristics of a few of the more common shrubs. 



Small Shrubs 



Medium-sized Shrubs 



Large Shrubs 



