{"title":"Christmas Topiary: Box and Holly Balls and Pyramids","description":"\u003cp\u003eTopiary balls and pyramids give a front door instant, formal structure, and they look their best at Christmas with a string of outdoor lights or a red ribbon. Choose BetterBuxus 'Skylight' box balls and pyramids, bred in Europe for resistance to box blight, or Japanese holly (\u003cem\u003eIlex crenata\u003c\/em\u003e), a hardy evergreen box alternative with small glossy leaves. Free tracked delivery to 25 EU countries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c!--pg-more--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich topiary should I choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pg-tablewrap\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOption\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSizes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBest for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/betterbuxus-skylight-box-ball-30cm-1-plant\"\u003eBetterBuxus 'Skylight' box balls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout \u003ca href=\"\/products\/betterbuxus-skylight-box-ball-25cm-1-plant\"\u003e25cm\u003c\/a\u003e (23cm pot) or 30cm (26cm pot), single or pairs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe classic box look, with improved blight resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/2x-buxus-skylight-betterbuxus-pyramid-23cm-pot-60-70cm\"\u003eBetterBuxus 'Skylight' pyramids\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePair, 60–70cm in 23cm pots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFraming a front door or gateway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/2x-ilex-crenata-jenny-ball-xl-set-of-2-pieces-25-cm-o\"\u003eJapanese holly 'Jenny' balls\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePair, 25cm across\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA box look-alike that box blight does not affect\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1x-ilex-pyramide-55-cm-hoog-o-21-cm\"\u003eJapanese holly pyramid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55cm in a 21cm pot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA single statement cone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBox or Japanese holly?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox (\u003cem\u003eBuxus\u003c\/em\u003e) is the traditional topiary plant, but box blight has damaged many box balls and hedges. BetterBuxus varieties are bred for improved resistance to it, while Japanese holly is not affected by box blight and clips to the same tight shapes. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/euonymus-green-spire-hedge-spacing-boxwood-replacement-guide-for-irish-european-gardens\"\u003ebox alternatives guide\u003c\/a\u003e compares the options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep potted topiary outdoors in sun or part shade, in a container with drainage holes, and water whenever the top few centimetres of compost are dry, including during dry spells in winter. Feed in spring and trim once or twice a year, in late spring and late summer, to keep the shape. Both are hardy, but give pots a sheltered spot in freezing winds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBox and holly are harmful if eaten, so keep them away from pets that chew plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I bring topiary indoors for Christmas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a short time only. Box and Japanese holly are outdoor shrubs: bring them into a cool, bright spot for up to 10–12 days over Christmas, away from radiators, then put them back outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I put lights on topiary?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use outdoor-rated LED lights, which stay cool, and take them off after the holidays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat goes well with topiary at a front door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnderplant the pots with trailing ivy or add a pot of red-budded \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/skimmia\"\u003eskimmia\u003c\/a\u003e alongside. Our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/christmas-planters-and-winter-bloomers-thriller-filler-spiller-guide\"\u003ewinter planter guide\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/christmas-plant-care-checklist-ireland\"\u003eChristmas plant care checklist\u003c\/a\u003e have more ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/christmas-winter-plants\"\u003eChristmas and winter plants\u003c\/a\u003e range. For gift ideas and last-order dates, read the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/news\/buy-christmas-plants-in-ireland-a-practical-delivery-first-guide-for-beautiful-lasting-displays\"\u003eChristmas plants guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"1x-ilex-pyramide-55-cm-hoog-o-21-cm","title":"Ilex crenata Pyramid 55cm - Evergreen Topiary Cone, 21cm Pot","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIlex crenata Pyramide – Elegant, Evergreen and Timeless\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eIlex crenata Pyramide (55 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e is a stylish and evergreen alternative to boxwood. With its dense, glossy dark green leaves and compact shape, it instantly adds class to any garden, driveway, or terrace. This compact plant stays beautiful throughout the year and is perfect for symmetrical planting or as a focal point in a pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIlex crenata is hardy and easy to maintain. 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The glossy foliage provides a more refined appearance while requiring less intensive care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVersatile Garden Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 55 cm pyramid topiary works beautifully as a standalone feature plant in decorative containers, flanking doorways for symmetrical impact, lining pathways or driveways, creating structured borders in formal gardens, or adding vertical interest to patio arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants are living products and may vary slightly in shape and size. Minor natural imperfections can occur, and they usually recover once planted. 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'Skylight' keeps the glossy evergreen leaf and compact, clippable habit of classic box. This listing is 1 plant, each a ready-shaped ball about 25cm across in a 23cm pot, for pots, borders, formal gardens, balconies and terraces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 1 plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall size: approx. 25cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePot size: 23cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariety: \u003cem\u003eBuxus\u003c\/em\u003e BetterBuxus 'Skylight'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: evergreen shrub, clipped ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in well-drained soil or a large container with drainage. 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