Topiary Domes have a more flattened rounded shape as opposed to the spherical shape of topiary balls and are some of the larger specimen topiary pieces available. With style to match their stature, topiary domes look elegantly attractive and add instant appeal to any garden, driveway, grounds or outdoor space..
Hornbeam is similar in chacteristic to Beech but has more defined veining and serrated edges to the leaves. Although classed as deciduous, Hornbeam does retain some leaf cover in winter as the autumn leaves cling to the branches to give a warm, russet appearance until the new growth pushes through in the spring..
This large Topiary Dome will look stunning as a statement centrepiece combined with softer plants, such as grasses and perennials, to add a contrast in texture and form. For an alternative planting scheme, plant a topiary dome with other shapes and sizes of topiary to create a topiary 'cloud' garden that's sure to impress and delight for many years whilst adding style, character and general appeal to your home and garden.
Visit our Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus) pagefor more detailed information on this species.
Maintaining and caring for your Topiary
To keep a good shape and tight growth, topiary needs all-round and all-over light so it is incompatible with shade, although potted specimens can be rotated. Clipping should be done when the opportunity, inspiration, enthusiasm and weather all combine to make it possible. In the case of Hornbeam, as it is deciduous, trimming should take place in late autumn or early winter when the plant is dormant. At this point it is easier to see the shaping and to cut back to the size and shape that is desired. Do not clip Hornbeam in spring as this can stunt the new growth. Always use very sharp tools to help cuts to heal quickly and feed or mulch in the early spring to encourage new growth.
All our topiary is hardy and suitable to withstand all that our weather can throw at us but given the expense of each piece, it is our recommendation that you take particular care to protect topiary - just simple precautions like gently brushing snow off, using pointed rather than flat topped shapes where long periods of snow are normal, providing ventilated shelter from severe winds and ensuring that specimens are well watered in summer and sheltered from very strong sunshine which can burn as much as winter winds.
Free delivery is available on all orders providing they meet the minimum spend criteria for the size of box or pallet. Pallet deliveries and large box deliveries for tall plants are indicated by icons on the product table listings. Delivery costs and minimum order details for each packaging type are as follows:
| Packaging Type | Standard Delivery Charge | Minimum Order Values (incl VAT) for FREE Delivery |
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| Small Box (Bare Roots up to 1.2m) | £12 delivery charge (orders up to £100 incl VAT) | Orders of £100 and over - FREE |
| Box (Pots up to and incl. 7.5L) | £12 delivery charge (orders up to £100 incl VAT) | Orders of £100 and over - FREE |
| Large/Tall Box (Tall bare roots 1.2m +) | £18 delivery charge (orders up to £120 incl VAT) | Orders of £120 and over - FREE |
| Pallet (Root balls, large pots, trees etc) | £60 delivery charge (orders up to £240 incl VAT) | Orders of £240 and over - FREE |
There are some exceptions to the standard delivery pricing structure, which relate to deliveries to more remote areas, overseas, or extremely tall plants requiring specialist delivery - for more information see the
Delivery Information Page. (Please note that due to new Brexit rules, we are currently unable to export to both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.)IDelivery Time - Please note that due to high demand, current delivery is 14-28 days! (Some trees can be 10-14 days delivery as standard - see product pages for info.)
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* Please note that delivery costs are based on the final order amount in your cart
after any discounts have been applied.
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