Tremendous Topiaries
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May 26 through September 1, 2025
This summer, discover a collection of TREMENDOUS topiary displays in the garden. From a flock of flamingos to a mighty bison, these topiaries are lifelike interpretations of animals that use live plants to mimic the colors and textures of feathers, fur, scales, and skin. Throughout the summer, the plant material will be sculpted and maintained to preserve the lifelike forms of these beloved creatures. With fantastic photo opportunities and a playful scavenger hunt woven into the experience, this exhibit promises a summer full of discovery, creativity, and fun!
Included with paid garden admission. FREE for garden members.
Forms on loan from Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
Generous animal adopters:
"TD2" The Clown Anemonefish
Thompson, Dreessen & Dorner, Inc.
"Layla & Lily" The American Flamingos
Wild Birds Unlimited
"Melia" The African Elephant
Leigh, Jarett and Will Gustafson and Jordan Loveless
"Sunset" The American Flamingo
Ashley and Brett Klug
"Everett" The American Flamingo
Dahlman Rows Townhomes
Get Tickets
This summer, discover a collection of TREMENDOUS topiary displays in the garden. From a flock of flamingos to a mighty bison, these topiaries are lifelike interpretations of animals that use live plants to mimic the colors and textures of feathers, fur, scales, and skin. Throughout the summer, the plant material will be sculpted and maintained to preserve the lifelike forms of these beloved creatures. With fantastic photo opportunities and a playful scavenger hunt woven into the experience, this exhibit promises a summer full of discovery, creativity, and fun!
Included with paid garden admission. FREE for garden members.
Forms on loan from Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
Generous animal adopters:
"TD2" The Clown Anemonefish
Thompson, Dreessen & Dorner, Inc.
"Layla & Lily" The American Flamingos
Wild Birds Unlimited
"Melia" The African Elephant
Leigh, Jarett and Will Gustafson and Jordan Loveless
"Sunset" The American Flamingo
Ashley and Brett Klug
"Everett" The American Flamingo
Dahlman Rows Townhomes
Get Tickets
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