'Lollipop' Topiary

Ligustrum Delavayanum Common name: Privet. The classic lollipop topiary shape always looks wonderfully elegant in pots, and is often seen flanking smart doorways. Ligustrum is quite a slow growing evergreen plant, and will need just a light trim during the growing season (Summer) to keep it in shape. Decorative stones are good to use with the lollipop, as a large area of compost is exposed. Alternatively, you can plant low-growing or trailing plants around the stem, such as ivy.