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slower growing evergreens in between as Poplars soon 

 outlive their usefulness. 



Although the windbreak is a subject that we often fail 

 to consider in the planting of a place, it is one that can 

 well be borne in mind. Windbreaks not only break the 

 cold sweep of the Winter wind, but also prevent snow 

 from drifting and, in general, form a background for the 

 buildings. The most satisfactory windbreaks are m.ade of 

 evergreens, such as the Norway Spruce which combines 

 dense foliage with a rapid growth. 



HEDGES 



Under ordinary conditions there is nothing more beau- 

 tiful than a clear, unbroken sweep of lawn from the street 

 to the house. But where the house is on a much used 

 street, or where children are apt to wear av/ay the grass, 

 hedges are usually needed. It is not necessary to go into 

 a description of suitable hedge materials, but an important 

 thing to remember is that all hedges have a purpose. 

 When advising in this connection the customer's view- 

 point and needs must be kept clearly in mind. Here is 

 where the "professional" landscape architect differs from 

 the ''landscaper." With all due respect to the correct 

 viewpoint which the professional always has, it is often 

 the better part of wisdom to do as the customer desires 

 rather than to make too vigorous an attempt to hold to 

 correct theories. 



SHADE 



After the necessary foundation and screen plantings 

 have been properly located, it is well to see what can be 

 done in the matter of proper shade. Nothing adds more 

 to the dignity and impressiveness of any grounds than 

 fine, well-formed shade trees. Before advising the loca- 

 tion of such trees, study well the location of the house, 



