TM 5-803-13/AFM 126-8
2-4. Rhythm. Rhythm is achieved by a regular spac-
a strong visual pattern which is effective in drawing
ing of single plants or plant masses, such as a row of
attention to main traffic circulation routes on the
trees or shrubs, or the repetition of similar plant group-
installation (fig 2-7). Rhythm may also be created by
ings. Rhythmic plantings produce emphasis and unity in
regular placement of landscape elements according to
the landscaping. Rhythmically spaced street trees create
color, shape or size.
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