CHAPTER XXI 



The Evolution of an Ideal Lot 



While it may be quite true that there is but 

 one ideal plan for any given place it is also 

 equally true that the development of that 

 particular plan may be by gradual growth — a 

 fact that is often overlooked. Given a proper 

 general plan to start with the details may be 

 elaborated step by step, always adding, never 

 tearing down, and so giving progressive oc- 

 cupation for the gardener for several years 

 ahead. This has been splendidly illustrated 

 in an article in the Garden Magazine with the 

 accompanying progressive plans, by Mr. C. 

 Stanton, all of which are here reproduced. 



Taking the typical suburban division, it is 

 pointed out that the land surrounding the 

 dwelHng is divided into three parts — the service 

 portion, the "front lawn," and the living area. 

 The service portion including the drives, walks, 

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