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be occasionally combined judiciously with shrubs to harmonize the 

 general effect. 



In some parts of the United States it may be found necessary 

 to substitute other trees for those given in the above design. Each 

 student should make a pencil sketch of the plan of the grounds 

 of his home, showing the location of residence, trees, shrubs, walks, 

 and outbuildings, and then let him make suggestions for any 

 improvements that may seem advisable. Students should also 

 prepare original plans and designs for lawns and school grounds and 

 submit them to the teacher and the class for criticism. 



Geometrical design. 



The geometrical style is also known as the architectural and the 

 Italian style on account of its high development among the Italian 

 artists. In this method the trees are set out in straight rows and 

 the grounds are laid out in squares, circles, triangles, crescents, and 

 other geometrical designs. The trees are set out in rows parallel 

 to the road and at uniform distances apart. The trees should also 

 be of a uniform shape and size. Clipped hedges will be found 

 attractive as borders and fences. In parks, terraces., stairways, and 

 balustrades may be introduced to good effect. Fountains and 



