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Figure 83*. 1, annuals; 2, Hydrangea hortensis; 3, Alsophila australis; 4, Grevillea 

 thelmanniana; 5, climbing rose; 6, Streptosolen jamesoni; 7, Washingtonia robusta; 

 8, Plumbago capensis; 9, Pittosporum tobira; 10, Pittosporum undulatum; 11, 

 Cedrus deodora; 12, Genista canadensis; 13, Yucca gloriosa; 14, Acacia floribunda; 

 15, Phoenix canariensis; 16, Schinus molle; 17, hedge of Ligustrum. 



* The home shown in Figure 83 would make a beautiful picture if the three palms were 

 taken from the center of the front yard and if the hedge were grubbed out. As it is, the 

 place is almost entirely hidden from the street. The plantings close to the house are in 

 harmony and the groupings at the sides are good with one exception — the cedar should 

 have been placed behind the smaller shrubs. Here we find the possibilities of l>eauty but 

 cannot enjoy it because of the barrier of foliage in front. 



The tendency, generally, seems to be to overplant and to place things hit or miss. 

 This can be avoided by giving the matter a little attention at the time of planting and 

 construction. One should have in mind, or on paper, a clear idea of the home-to-be, 

 before any planting should be done. Decide upon the impression you would have your 

 home make, determine the motif of the picture, and subordinate the details to the main 

 theme. 



