Topiaries are not only pleasing to look at, they also add structure, interest and focal points to a garden.
“The advantage of clipping plants into topiaries is that they work well in both formal and informal gardens. In a more formal garden, such as that of Marti Forster in Franschhoek), topiaries are the main element,” explains Karin du Plessis, owner of landscaping business In & Outdoor Gardens. “Even though the garden mainly consists of topiaries, the different shapes and shades of green still provide plenty of variety.
