March, 1916 
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A path must have a definite raison d’etre; it must 
lead somewhere and it must be part of the garden 
scheme. Here the path leads definitely to the gate 
and shares the construction characteristics of the wall 
If concrete is used for the paths there should be found 
some way to mitigate its mechanical nakedness. A 
grass border or a flower border will help, and rose 
arches always enhance the inviting effect of any vista 
EsaaBSEKSEH 
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Properly bordered with iris or phlox arranged in a 
definite color scheme the old-fashioned gravel path 
has few rivals. It is easy to the foot and after rain 
gives that rich earthy perfume so beloved of gardeners 
Of late years gardeners have seen the beauty and 
wisdom of the Japanese stepping stone path. It is a 
naturalistic treatment, when properly laid, easy to 
walk on, and gives the garden an unusual interest 
OR, IS THE STRAIGHT PATH THE LONGEST IN A GARDEN? 
