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Boxwood Topiary

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If you don't have boxwood in your own yard, check with local floral shops who may either have it on hand or be able to order it for you.
Materials:

small urn
boxwood branches
floral foam
scissors
craft knife

Steps:

  1. Soak foam in water according to package directions.
  2. Measure the length of the urn and cut foam to size.
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Figure A
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Figure B
  • Press the foam on the opening of the urn (figure A) and carve off the sides until it fits one-third of the way inside (figure B). The foam should stand about five inches above the rim.
  • Carve the top into a dome shape.
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    Figure C
  • Cut the branches at their natural joints, then starting from the bottom, press the stems in all four sides (figure C) and one on top.
  • Continue turning and adding layers, using smaller branches near the top, until a free-form tree- or cone-shape is created. When finished, the arrangement should be taller than the vessel itself.

    • Guests
    Gay Penney
    Homeowner/Florist, Gay Penney Designs
    424 Narcissus
    Corona del Mar, CA 92625
    Phone: 949-675-4864
    E-mail: gaypenney@gaypenney.com
    Website: www.gaypenney.com
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    Kitty Bartholomew: You're Home : Episode KIT-1010
    •Romantic Chic
    •Boxwood Topiary
    •Architectural Pieces
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