The ancient art of topiary - the geometric shaping of trees and shrubs - is a core design feature in classical gardens. This book explains how to choose and decorate containers and frames, how to tackle the basic cultivation of topiary, and how to create basic geometric shapes from small-leaved evergreens.
The book also features more elaborate shapes, including spirals, pompoms, hearts and peacocks. You will learn how to create standards that can be used to add height to a group of plants or to add interest to a display of geometric topiaries. In addition to classical topiary, you can create imaginative topiaries from quick-growing plants, or from pots of flowering plants.
The book includes a directory of plants, providing the gardener with information on the cultivation, height and propagation of plants commonly used in topiary.
