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Principles of Landscape Design – Rhythm, Balance, and Unity Combined
December 15, 2008

Landscape News Flash!

Principles of Landscape Design
Rhythm, Balance, and Unity Combined


We say – why juggle the five elements and seven primary principles of landscape design when you can just hire someone to figure all of this stuff out for you? If you're looking for the kind of landscaping that creates jaw-dropping results in the neighborhood, it's best to seek out professionals that are trained in this kind of thing. There are certain rules to follow when you want the visual effects of design plans to "pop." Color, texture, form, line, and scale all play an important role in the process.



Landscaping plans should illustrate a unified theme, balance, and rhythm. Repetition also plays a role, but if you use too much, then you're in for a visual rude awakening. But, that's not all – as you will learn in

Principles of Landscape Design.


Worx Outdoor Tools – You Can't Beat Revolutionary Lawn Care

Let's say you have the perfect landscape design; flowers are in full bloom; and you can hear your scenic waterfall trickling in the background. You can only look at your masterpiece for so long before the grass is ankle high, leaves cover the ground, and hedges become overgrown. With Worx Outdoor Tools, you can tackle yard maintenance with ease. For more information, make sure to visit our Featured Merchant on our

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December Garden Calendar – Keeping the Threat of Frost and Freezes AwayDecember Garden Calendar – Combating Pesky Weeds and Frosty Roots

Local weeds are commonplace this time of year and stubborn patches are treatable with pre-emergent herbicide, which is carried to the roots with the help of rainwater. To settle your frosty fears, We've got a tip to share with you – make use of ground cover plants, which actually blankets the ground and keeps frost from attacking the roots of other plants. If you want more information on how to protect your plants while they are dormant, don’t forget to check out our

December Garden Calendar.


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