Topiary and Plant Sculpture

Topiary is the art of clipping shrubs into ornamental forms, and is enjoying a revival. Almost any shape can be created – from birds into battleships. This is a complete guide for those new to topiary, with practical and easy-to-follow instruction on tools, design and preparation, training and pruning. It includes many ideas for archways, box hedges, cubes and pyramids, wall sculptures and a range of animals, and also provides a listing of suitable shrubs.