TOPIARY IS THE ART of clipping and training plants into shapes. It can be formal or fun -- or a little of both. It certainly lets you have fun with plants and get a little wild with your Felcos.

My first encounter with fanciful topiary came when I was 18 and arrived for the first time on the campus of my Boston area college. Situated atop a hill, my ...

Making a topiary is a rewarding project, one that is easy to care for and can last for several years. It can be a focal point and conversation piece both in your home and in your garden.