To avoid the continual care of trimming the grass border edges, 

 long, light "L" shaped lengths of iron about one quarter of an inch 

 thick were placed on the outside and inside edges of the grass 

 borders. 



These irons were set about six inches below the level of the walk, 

 extending out about five inches under the walks and beds, and pro- 

 jecting just far enough above the surface so as to retain the soil and 

 yet remain barely noticeable; they of course do not interfere with 

 the use of the lawn mower, and certainly obviate the use of the 

 edge cutter. They have proved a great saving not only of time but 

 of labor as well. 



The watering is quickly and easily accomplished through a gener- 

 ous number of hose connections at convenient points — (marked "0" 

 on the plan). They are hidden from sight, and one is in no danger 

 of stumbling over them, as they are concealed close to the grass edging 

 in metal boxes set six inches into the ground, with a "lift up" cover 

 extending an inch above the ground. All faucets are provided with 

 what is known as "a hydrant swivel", making it possible to turn the 

 hose in any direction without the usual kinking. These swivels are 

 such comfort in a garden. 



For garden fetes, electric light outlets are located close to the 

 grass edging just below the gravel of the walks — also back of the 

 "statue trellises." There are also concealed reflectors back of the 

 South wall for night lighting when desired. 



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