You will need the following:

  1. Sphagnum Moss
  2. Topiary Form
  3. Floral Pins
  4. Fishing Line
  5. Plant (We recommend creeping fig, but a similar leaf vine will do)

 

First moisten sphagnum moss, then stuff extremities of form (head, legs, tail, etc.). Wrap each tightly with fishing line. Clip moss smooth with scissors. Now, lay a base of moss in body of form. Push roots of plant into body. It is helpful to add some additional potting soil. Now tightly pack moss over roots and soil. Again, wrap with fishing line being careful not to tangle with plant. Trim moss with scissors. Pin runners of plant to moss with florist pins.

Note: Keep plant well watered. As vine grows, continue to pin shoots until body is completely covered, then pin or clip as you prefer.

If you have any questions, please feel free to e-mail us: mbgreiwe@topiaryinc.com