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Can ordinary Yew be used to make a topiary 'bun'. The dimensions I eventually want to achieve are 40 cm x 40cm, or 50cm x 50cm? Will it work at this sort of size? It is something I have never done before. (I'm also having a go at making small topiary out of yellow thyme). I want my tiny garden to have more winter form.
6 Jun, 2010
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Is the lonicera evergreen, and is it suitable for semi-shade? And would ordinary box also be suitable for this size of topiary in semi-shade?
6 Jun, 2010
the lonicera certainly is evergreen and i think it doesnt mind shade. but you need to check that. not sure about box as personally i dont like it.
6 Jun, 2010
try Ilex crenata, small leaves and just the job..
6 Jun, 2010
I've heard that one is good for hedging too. Will it be very slow?
6 Jun, 2010
yes, if you want as hedge in a hurry dont by this one, although it would look stunning in later years.
6 Jun, 2010
Yes you can. Box (Buxus sempevirons) is slow growing.
Many cypress and false cypress can be used too.
6 Jun, 2010
Thank you all.
7 Jun, 2010
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i suspect it might be too vigorous for this final size. There is the small hedging lonicera that would fit the bill as it is a smaller leaf than box.
6 Jun, 2010