SOME POINTS TO CONSIDER 
There are many ways of working out a good design for 
any particular plot of ground, There are, however, some gen- 
eral rules which apply to nearly all situations. 
Plan the planting to give an open center of lawn. 
Extend the open portion as far away from the usual point 
of view as possible. 
Consider carefully whether to plant in curved beds or 
straight lines. If in doubt, choose the former method because 
it creates a natural effect which is always pleasing. Plant and 
trim in straight lines only where a formal or “dressed-up” 
appearance is wanted. There are certain locations where a 
formal planting is to be desired. 
Do not mix plants in a haphazard way. Plant tall growing 
sorts in rear of more dwarf kinds. Ordinarily plant three or 
more shrubs of one kind in a group. 
Buildings usually need a few shrubs or evergreens at the 
corners to soften severe lines. 
Do not make a continuous planting around a building. It 
is distasteful to see a house that appears to be resting on a 
mass of green shrubs. Show a little of the foundation here 
and there. 
Select plants different from those in plantings near you. 
There are many excellent shrubs and trees that are not used 
simply because people do not know them. 
Never plant shrubs, trees or evergreens nearer than 2¥2 
feet from a foundation or wall. 
Do not overplant. Set small shrubs at least two feet apart 
and large ones three feet or more. This rule does not apply 
where heavy hedges are wanted. 
Do not plant obstructions to a pleasant view but use tall 
quick growing forms for screening undesirable outlooks. 
Locate shrubs as a background for flower beds. 
Place vines beside a porch, pergola or trellis where 
seclusion is wanted. 
Learn to know the plants you have. Add a few more 
each year. 
Order early! Plant properly! Spade deeply! 
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