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Of. Qu<)e S om Go. 
Importance of 
ndscape Planning 
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v_>^he success of any landscaping venture, whether it include the acres 
of a great estate or confine itself to the modest limits of a small suburban gar¬ 
den, depends primarily on the careful planning which precedes it. 
A knowledge of design is as necessary in the development of a harmonious 
garden as in the construction of a house. An understanding of horticulture is 
essential; a knowledge of the form, habit and requirements of various plant 
material. Discreet selection makes possible a succession of bloom from early 
spring to heavy frost. And finally—endless possibilities lie in the guarded or 
generous use of soft or gay color in just the proper places. The one creates the 
garden spot of peace and repose; the other, the quick, brilliant flash at the turn 
of a path, which catches the most listless eye. Both require careful planning. 
We maintain a complete landscape department at 1318 Eye Street, Northwest, 
Washington, D. C., which is at the disposal of our patrons. Our staff of land¬ 
scape architects is adequately trained to execute plans for any type of garden, 
whether formal, old-fashioned or naturalistic. We will be glad to have you call 
and consult with us on the problems pertaining to your garden, and to assist in 
their solution. 
