Topiaries have been around for centuries. From ancient Rome and China, these artful shrubberies have symbolized refined taste and unique style. The modern topiary is a way to express your individuality in the most unexpected place. See how Husqvarna hedge trimmers can help you create your very own topiary.
1. Plan
The first step is growing the bush you plan to transform. Most people use English or Boston ivy, as these plants tend to grow quickly and thickly. You will need to decide whether you will use a wire frame as a guide when growing your hedges. This may effect the amount of space you have to work with. For the final stage of planning, choose an area where your designs can be appreciated but won’t upset more traditionalist neighbors.
2. Design
Next, you’ll want to sketch or mentally design the shape you want the shrubbery to take. For additional idea inspirations from List25, click here. More complicated designs may require wires and support sticks to help you successfully achieve the desired outcome.
When you’ve selected your design and are ready to begin, set up the wire frames of whichever design you chose and fill it with sphagnum moss to achieve a fuller-looking end result. Allow the shrubbery to grow and cover the wire. When you have a thick, healthy plant, use long-handled sheers to achieve the “rough cut,” a basic outline of your final product.
Use your imagination to create an envy-inspiring garden.3. Shape
Once the basic shape is complete, use your Husqvarna hedge trimmers to follow the guide of the outline. Remove excess foliage, but be sure to avoid trimming to closely and exposing the wire frame. At the completion of this step, the shape of the design should be clearly visible.
4. Refine
Use smaller sheers to clean up your shape and add any fine details to the topiary. A Husqvarna leaf blower can assist you in cleaning up the debris and make it easy for you to plant any complementary flowers or bushes around your botanical art. These added additions will ensure that the area a true thing of beauty.
Who said art is only found in a museum? To some people, their lawn and garden are their very own galleries and the greenery displayed there are the masterpieces. Topiaries are the perfect way for creative individuals to express their artistic talents in a unique way. From animal-shaped bushes to funky, spiral hedges, you can design the garden of your dreams by following the simple steps above.