Simple Lessons in the Use of Evergreens 
P ROFESSIONAL landscape architects well know that there are no definite rules for 
landscape work. It is true that the treatment given each landscape development 
takes into consideration a great many conditions. We make no attempt to give 
suggestions for landscape developments on a large scale. Naturally, plantings of consider¬ 
able extent deserve the assistance of the best landscape architect available. On the other 
hand, there are thousands of home owners who for one reason or another prefer to do their 
own landscaping. These illustrations and suggestions will give assistance to anyone who 
desires to improve his grounds in simple landscape design with evergreens. 
SIMPLE DESIGN A FIRST ESSENTIAL 
It is of first importance that plantings be made simple. One of the most common mistakes 
amateur planters make is the wrong selection of varieties and placing them on the grounds 
without any definite plan. Oftentimes trees are purchased with no thought of where they 
are to be used on the grounds, and as the planting is done at different times the finished 
planting often results in a mixture of planting materials and in poor arrangement. 
Build Hie Plan on Paper First 
Visualize the Results Before Planting 
I T is easier to change the planting on paper than it is to change the planting after it is 
in. For this reason it is always an excellent idea to first make a sketch of the planting 
which you propose to make. To do this to best advantage, accurately draw an outline 
of the house on ruled paper like the sketch below. If you let each square represent one foot 
you will then be sure to get the planting done in correct proportion. In this way you can 
tell exactly how much space there is between windows, doors, etc., and also the number of 
trees required can be more accurately estimated. 
AVOID CROWDING 
A planting containing too few evergreens is more desirable than a planting which is 
overdone. A few trees properly located will usually be more pleasing than a larger number 
of trees crowded closely together. 
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