How Do You Make A Topiary For The Front Porch?
A tall topiary can create enormous decorating impact at your front door. It’s simple to make and can last for years. You can change out the annuals planted in the base with the seasons. For example, consider draping your topiary in tiny white lights during the Christmas season. If this sounds appealing, read on to learn how to make a topiary for the front porch. Use green and brown paints to age a 24-inch lightweight pot. Spray on the green paint. When dry, use a rag to wipe on the brown paint. Drill drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. Set a 5 foot length of 1-inch copper pipe in the center of a lightweight 3 gallon container. Keep it stable by pouring in concrete. Next to the pipe, set a 6 foot length of soft copper tubing. Wrap the copper tubing around the pipe after the concrete dries. Use smaller copper tubing to make a ball on the top of the pipe. This is easily done by wrapping the soft tubing around the base of your pot to get a good shape. Use wire to connect the ball to t
