Landscape Design Landscape Fundamentals 4

Question 1

What is the 'design process' typically initiated with in landscape planning?

Accepted Answer

A site analysis and inventory of existing conditions

Answer

Good design begins with analyzing the site's existing conditions, soil, sun, and drainage.

Question 2

Which factor is MOST important to assess before selecting plants for a bed?

Accepted Answer

Sunlight exposure and soil conditions

Answer

Matching plants to available light and soil ensures they thrive long-term.

Question 3

What is a 'hardscape' element in landscape design?

Accepted Answer

Non-living features like patios, walls, and walkways

Answer

Hardscape refers to the built, non-living structures such as paths, walls, and patios.

Question 4

A USDA Plant Hardiness Zone helps a designer determine what?

Accepted Answer

Which plants can survive the local winter temperatures

Answer

Hardiness zones indicate the coldest temperatures plants can typically survive in a region.

Question 5

Why is creating a 'bubble diagram' useful early in the design process?

Accepted Answer

It roughly organizes functional areas before detailing the plan

Answer

Bubble diagrams loosely map out use areas and circulation before refining the design.

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