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The modelling of mounds needs considerable 

 skill, particularly where they tail off into the level. 

 The junction must be imperceptible, and should 

 run in a concave curve before the join is complete 

 thus giving a feeling of elasticity. Contrast this 

 with the modelling of terrace banks where a rigid 

 appearance is required. The concave line makes 

 all the difference between hard artificiality and 

 natural undulation. The contours also require 

 care, not to produce the impression of a lump. 

 Such a shape as in Diagram 6 will serve as an 



DIAGRAM 6. 



example. The part A being the thickest is also 

 the highest. B is thinner and must also be lower, 

 while at C it may rise again. The silhouette of 

 such a mound is also shown along its major axis 

 (Diagram 7). The planting should be arranged 

 to accentuate the height. Mounds rising from 

 lawns need special manipulation to join the soil 

 with the grass. The best effect is gained if part 



