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some connection with the larger group. The more prominent 

 the projection of a mass of shrubbery the better it will be 

 fitted for receiving a single specimen plant as an extension. 



Fig. 138. — A well-balanced planting. 



There are several well-defined places where shrubs and 

 ornamental plants should be located to produce the best 



Fig. 139. — An attractive foundation made by planting annual plants. 



effect: (1) grouping or massing along the borders, (2) group- 

 ing near the centers of curves in walks and roads, (3) group- 



