Pom Pom (Cloud or Poodle) Topiary
A pom pom topiary is a live boxwood clipped into rounded tiers of foliage on strong stems, so it reads as a stack of globes.
Boxwood Poodle Topiary, Buxus ‘Rotundifolia’, 4-5 Ft
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Why choose a boxwood pom pom tree
A pom pom tree shows off its branches as well as its foliage. The bare stems between the puffs give it the look of a small, old tree, even in a pot. That is why one pom pom can carry a doorway or a whole bed on its own. The rows below cover where a pom pom works, which plant it is, and what the tall ones need to reach you.
Pom pom trees at a front door
A pair of pom pom trees gives a front door height and a little whimsy. The branches stay open. So a pair looks lighter than two solid cones of the same size.
The smaller pom pom runs 35 to 71 inches, a good range for a standard door. Keep it in its pot or move it into a planter of your own. If it stays outside all winter, pick a planter that stands up to frost. Boxwood in a planter explains what to look for.
A pom pom shrub to anchor a bed
Planted in the ground, a pom pom shrub becomes the focal point of a bed. Low plants around its feet leave the stems and puffs on show. It stays green through winter, when most of the bed has gone bare.
The boxwood poodle here is 'Rotundifolia', a common boxwood rated for zones 5 to 8, and it stands 4 to 5 ft tall. Give it afternoon shade if you can and shelter from strong winter wind. Drainage matters most. Boxwood rots in a site that stays wet.
Which plant is in a pom pom bush
Nurseries clip pom poms from several plants, including pine and juniper. Every pom pom here is boxwood. Boxwood takes close clipping well, which is why the puffs stay round and separate, and deer usually leave it alone.
The largest runs from 53 inches to 12 ft, big enough for a courtyard or a hotel entrance. It goes by freight, upright and braced, and the quote includes delivery. One caution: boxwood is toxic to dogs, cats and horses, so plant it where pets will not chew it.
Questions about Pom Pom Topiary
What is the difference between a pom pom, cloud and poodle topiary?
Mostly the name. All three describe a plant clipped into rounded tiers of foliage on bare stems. Here, the pom poms and the poodle are all boxwood. What each name means covers the differences in shape.
What plant is a pom pom tree made from?
Here, boxwood. The poodle is ‘Rotundifolia’, a common boxwood, and the two pom pom listings are live boxwood. Boxwood takes close clipping well, which is why it holds the separate tiers. If you want the look without upkeep, see artificial topiary.
How tall are your pom pom topiaries?
From 35 inches to 12 ft. The smaller pom pom runs 35 to 71 inches, and the larger one 53 inches to 12 ft. The poodle listing gives its own height. Each listing gives the exact height for each size.
Can a pom pom topiary live in a pot outdoors?
Yes, if it is hardy enough. Roots in a pot are far less hardy than the top, so choose a plant rated one zone colder than yours. ‘Rotundifolia’ is rated for zones 5 to 8. Read boxwood in a planter before you pick the pot.
How much does a pom pom topiary cost?
It is quoted. All three are tall enough to go by freight, so the price comes back with delivery included. Press Request a quote on the listing. What topiary actually costs explains why tall live pieces cost what they do.
How do I keep a pom pom topiary in shape?
Trim each tier once or twice a year, after the last spring frost, and avoid cutting in late summer or early fall. Every year or two, thin the tiers so light and air reach the inside. The topiary year sets out the timing.
