Flocks of sheep graze in the distance while the odd pheasant flutters between the topiary.

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On 24 June 2011, Newsnight spoke to Topiary in an online chat room.

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These cylindrical cushions, as precisely defined as topiary, add structure to a bed or sofa while still ensuring comfort.

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His crowning achievement: a topiary triceratops, dubbed Trixie, made of succulent plants.

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There are the moments of solitude, of quietly trimming topiary, repotting a creeping fig, taking notes or referring to some books on herbs.

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An anonymous poison pen letter was sent to Raymond and Sacha Hubbard, who own a garden centre, but the pair have resolved to keep their topiary effigy.

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It offers courses ranging from topiary to management techniques.

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The regal and perfectly manicured Jardin des Tuileries, attached to the Louvre, provides a large expanse of greenery complete with topiary, sculptures and fountains, right in the centre of the capital.

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Dedicated to offering the public "powerful experiences with art and the urban environment, " the fund's other projects have included bringing Jeff Koons's topiary-puppy sculpture to Rockefeller Center and Rob Pruitt's statue of Andy Warhol to Union Square.

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