Landscape Design Landscape Fundamentals 2

Question 1

In landscape design, what does the principle of 'unity' primarily refer to?

Accepted Answer

A sense of cohesion where all elements work together as a whole

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Using only one plant species throughout

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Keeping the entire yard the same height

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Planting in straight rows only

Question 2

Which design element creates depth and draws the eye through a landscape?

Accepted Answer

Perspective and layering of plant heights

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Random plant placement

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Identical spacing for every plant

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Removing all tall plants

Question 3

What is the role of a 'focal point' in a landscape design?

Accepted Answer

To capture attention and anchor the composition

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To hide the house entrance

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To block all sunlight

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To reduce plant variety

Question 4

Repetition of color, shape, or texture in a landscape primarily achieves what?

Accepted Answer

Rhythm and visual harmony

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Higher water bills

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Soil compaction

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Pest resistance

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'scale' in landscape design?

Accepted Answer

The size relationship between elements and their surroundings

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The weight of garden soil

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The number of plant species used

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The acidity of the soil

Question 6

Why is a 'transition' important when designing plant beds?

Accepted Answer

It gradually changes size, color, or texture to avoid abrupt visual jumps

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It speeds up plant growth

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It eliminates the need for mulch

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It prevents flowering

Question 7

What does 'balance' mean in a landscape composition?

Accepted Answer

The visual equilibrium of elements on either side of a central axis

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Equal numbers of trees and shrubs

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Level ground throughout the yard

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Equal sunlight for all plants