The Winter Structure — Border by the Metre with Variegated Holly Lollipop Topiary

The Winter Structure — Border by the Metre with Variegated Holly Lollipop Topiary

Name: The Winter Structure — Border by the Metre with Variegated Holly Lollipop Topiary
Brand: Topiary Twins
Price: 400.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

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Modular Border Planting · 1m × 0.6m per Metre · Four-Season Winter Focus

Variegated Holly Lollipop 40-60cm · 8 Border Plants per Metre · Helleborus, Carex 'Evergold', Cyclamen coum & Sweet Box · Deep Green + Red Berries + White Flowers · Winter Fragrance (Sarcococca) · Peak Interest November-March · Scales to Any Length · Typically Ships in 2-3 Weeks · Free UK Delivery

How many metres do you need?

1m | 9 Plants (1 Topiary + 8 Border)

2m | 18 Plants (2 Topiary + 16 Border)

3m | 27 Plants (3 Topiary + 24 Border)

4m | 36 Plants (4 Topiary + 32 Border)

5m | 45 Plants (5 Topiary + 40 Border)

Your order is confirmed instantly. Once ready, you’ll receive a pre-dispatch photo and delivery timeline. Every bundle is packed with care and shipped via pallet courier to ensure safe arrival.

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Per Metre Specifications

Quick Specifications

Coverage: 1m length × 0.6m depth per unit
Total Plants: 9 plants per metre (1 topiary + 8 companions)
Topiary: Variegated Holly Lollipop (40-60cm stem, 8-10cm girth)
Companion Plants: 8 plants across 4 species
Planting Density: ~15 plants per m²
Establishment: 10-14 months to mature winter appearance
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness: H4-H6 (exceptionally hardy, winter-focused)
Seasonality: Peak interest November-March (winter flowers, berries, golden foliage), year-round evergreen structure

Delivery

All Border by the Metre orders dispatch on a single pallet via specialist courier. Delivery window 8am-5pm—driver calls 1 hour before arrival. You'll receive pre-dispatch photos of your topiary for approval before shipping. Orders typically dispatch within 2-3 weeks. Free UK mainland delivery included regardless of length ordered.

What's Included Per Metre

This border creates four-season planting with exceptional winter interest—celebrating the cold months when most gardens are dormant or bare. The composition is designed for positions viewed during winter months (approaching entrance November-March, windows overlooking garden during cold season, pathways used daily regardless of weather). Variegated Holly lollipops provide evergreen structure with cream-edged foliage and potential red berries whilst winter-specialist perennials deliver flowers, fragrance, and golden foliage when gardens are typically colourless—this is winter gardening: deliberately inverting seasonal priorities to create beauty when it's most rare and most valued.

WHAT'S INCLUDED:

Anchor Topiary:

Variegated Holly Lollipop (Ilex aquifolium variegated - 40-60cm stem, 8-10cm girth)
Elevated ball canopy on clear stem with cream-edged spiny evergreen leaves creating year-round variegated presence, potential for red berries autumn-winter if pollinated (Holly is dioecious—female plants produce berries if male pollinator nearby, berries persist November-February providing wildlife food and ornamental value), exceptionally hardy (-20°C+), provides architectural punctuation with winter colour interest from variegated foliage and potential berries

Companion Plant 1: Helleborus × hybridus (Lenten Rose)

Role: Winter-spring flowering and evergreen structure
Bowl-shaped flowers in whites, pinks, purples, plums January-April (winter-blooming when almost nothing else flowers—invaluable cold-season colour), evergreen leathery foliage providing year-round structure, clump-forming 40-50cm height and spread, shade-tolerant (one of few plants flowering well in shade), extremely long-lived (decades with minimal care), provides peak winter flower interest when gardens empty
Quantity: 2 per metre (2L pots)

Companion Plant 2: Carex oshimensis 'Evergold' (Japanese Sedge)

Role: Year-round golden foliage accent
Evergreen arching foliage with central golden-yellow stripe edged in dark green creating continuous golden presence, forms cascading mounds 20-30cm height spreading 30-40cm, provides year-round golden colour particularly valuable November-March when most foliage brown or dormant, fine texture contrasts with bold evergreen leaves, tolerates sun to shade
Quantity: 3 per metre (3L pots)

Companion Plant 3: Cyclamen coum (Hardy Cyclamen)

Role: Winter ground-level flowers and marbled foliage
Delicate pink-magenta flowers on wiry stems December-March (flowers through deepest winter—rare and precious trait), heart-shaped silver-marbled leaves September-May (foliage emerges autumn, flowers winter, foliage persists spring then dies back summer dormancy), low ground cover 8-12cm height, naturalises via seed creating expanding colonies, provides jewel-like winter ground-level colour carpeting pathway edges
Quantity: 2 per metre (1L pots)

Companion Plant 4: Sarcococca confusa (Sweet Box)

Role: Winter fragrance and evergreen structure
Intensely fragrant small white flowers January-March (one of most fragrant winter-flowering shrubs—scent carries across garden on cold air, particularly noticeable because fragrance rare in winter), glossy dark green evergreen foliage, compact rounded habit 80-100cm height and spread, black berries follow flowers, shade-tolerant (actually prefers partial shade), provides exceptional winter fragrance experience—scent appreciated during cold-weather approach to entrance
Quantity: 1 per metre (2L pot)

HOW THE COMPOSITION WORKS:

This border deliberately inverts seasonal priorities—peak season is November-March rather than May-August. Colour palette during winter interest period: variegated Holly cream-edged foliage year-round (plus potential red berries November-February), white Helleborus flowers January-April, white Sarcococca flowers January-March, pink-magenta Cyclamen flowers December-March, golden Carex foliage year-round (particularly valuable November-March when other foliage dormant). This provides genuine colour during coldest darkest months when conventional borders offer nothing.

Winter progression ensures continuous interest November-March: early winter Holly berries ripen (November-December if present—provides red winter colour), midwinter Cyclamen flowers emerge (December-February—peak depth-of-winter colour), late winter Sarcococca fragrant flowers open (January-March—most intense fragrance February when air still and cold concentrates scent), late winter-spring Helleborus flowers open (January-April overlapping Sarcococca and extending into early spring), with evergreen structure (Holly, Helleborus, Carex, Sarcococca) and Cyclamen marbled foliage providing continuous presence throughout.

Fragrance is key winter feature: Sarcococca's sweet honey scent (January-March—one of most fragrant winter plants, scent carries remarkably well in cold still air), Helleborus' subtle scent (varies by hybrid—some have honey fragrance, others barely scented). Winter fragrance particularly valued because rare, noticeable in cold air (scent molecules don't dissipate as quickly in cold), and appreciated during approach to entrance (cold weather means you're moving through border quickly but scent lingers).

Evergreen dominance ensures year-round structure: variegated Holly lollipop canopy, glossy Sarcococca foliage, Helleborus leathery leaves, golden Carex grass, even when Cyclamen dormant (June-September) border remains fully furnished with evergreen presence. By summer when deciduous plants dormant, this border transitions to foliage-focused display—but its purpose is fulfilled by then, having provided months of winter beauty when most needed.

SCALABILITY:

Each metre is a complete winter unit. When ordering multiple metres:

Topiary rhythm: 1 variegated Holly lollipop every metre creates year-round variegated architectural colonnade (cream-edged foliage visible year-round, potential red berries November-February create winter colour rhythm)
Winter flower drift: Helleborus and Cyclamen flow continuously creating winter-flowering carpet—pink Cyclamen at ground level (December-March), Helleborus mid-height (January-April)
Golden accent: Carex positioned throughout creating continuous golden foliage presence particularly effective November-March against winter browns
2-metre order: Intimate winter entrance providing cold-season interest
5-metre order: Substantial winter border with genuine off-season beauty—multiple fragrance sources (Sarcococca), continuous winter flowers
10+ metre order: Grand winter colonnade effect—dramatic variegated Holly rhythm with abundant winter flowers and fragrance creates memorable cold-season experience

The design scales from charming (2-3m) to breathtaking (10m+) whilst maintaining winter focus—the more length, the more the intentional winter beauty registers as sophisticated seasonal design celebrating cold months.

Delivery

HOW YOUR BORDER SHIPS:

Your complete border order ships together on a single pallet via specialist courier, regardless of how many metres ordered:

- 1-3 metres: Single pallet

- 4-6 metres: Single large pallet

- 7-10 metres: Double pallet or split shipment (we'll confirm)

- 10+ metres: Contact us for delivery logistics planning

RECEIVING YOUR DELIVERY:

Ensure someone available 8am-5pm on delivery date to receive driver's call and sign for pallet (kerbside drop-off, driver will not carry into property).

Topiary can remain in containers until you're ready to plant permanently—just place in temporary location with adequate light.

Companion plants should be unpacked and planted within 7 days of delivery for optimal establishment (can remain in packaging 24-48 hours if immediate planting isn't possible).

Care

ESTABLISHMENT PHASE (First 6-12 Months):

Topiary (Variegated Holly Lollipop):

Watering: 2-3× weekly during summer (even drought-tolerant Holly benefits from consistent moisture when establishing). Check moisture regularly. Winter: once every 10-14 days dry weather only.
Feeding: Once annually spring (March-April) with slow-release shrub fertiliser, 50g per container.
See Complete Care Guide. Holly is exceptionally hardy and low-maintenance. Variegated forms slightly slower-growing than green forms.

Companion Plants:

Watering: 2-3× weekly first spring/summer. Winter-interest plants still need moisture during establishment. Check moisture regularly—shade often means dry due to rain shadow from buildings or tree canopies.
Mulching: Generous mulching essential (7-10cm leaf mould or bark). Retains moisture, suppresses weeds, adds organic matter as breaks down. Replenish annually spring.
No feeding Year 1—planting compost contains nutrients.

ONGOING MAINTENANCE (Year 2 Onwards):

Topiary (Variegated Holly Lollipop):

Water 2-3× weekly summer, minimal winter
Feed once annually spring (slow-release fertiliser, 50g per container)
Prune once annually late spring (May-June) after berry potential assessed—if berries present autumn-winter, prune lightly to preserve some for following year; if no berries, prune more freely
See Pruning & Trimming Guide. Holly slower-growing than many topiary species—minimal pruning needed
Berry production: Female Holly produces berries only if male pollinator nearby (within 30m typically sufficient). Berries ripen autumn (green → yellow → red October-November) persisting through winter. Birds eat berries late winter (February-March) providing wildlife value.

Helleborus × hybridus (Lenten Rose):
Low maintenance. Drought-tolerant shade established (deep roots access moisture). Light spring feed (balanced fertiliser) after flowering. Remove old tatty leaves late winter (January-February) just before flowers emerge—makes flowers more visible, improves appearance, removes potential disease harbour. Deadhead spent flowers if preventing self-seeding (though seedlings take 3-4 years to flower so not aggressive—can be pleasant surprise). Never disturb established plants (dislikes root disturbance—extremely long-lived undisturbed, decades in same position). Watch for aphids on flower buds winter (spray off with water if present). Evergreen year-round structure. Provides invaluable winter-spring flowers January-April when gardens empty.

Carex oshimensis 'Evergold':
Very low maintenance. Moderate drought tolerance established. No feeding required. Comb out dead foliage spring with fingers or rake—minimal grooming needed. Divide every 4-5 years spring if centres dying out or clumps becoming too large. Virtually pest/disease-free. Evergreen provides continuous golden colour year-round—particularly valuable November-March when most foliage brown. One of best year-round golden-variegated grasses for borders.

Cyclamen coum (Hardy Cyclamen):
Very low maintenance. Drought-tolerant during summer dormancy (corms dormant June-September—no water needed, don't assume dead). Water moderately autumn-spring when in growth (September-May foliage present). No feeding required. Allow to self-seed naturally—seedlings create expanding colonies over years (takes 2-3 years for seedlings to flower but creates naturalised effect worth waiting for). Never disturb established corms (dislikes disturbance—leave undisturbed). Summer dormant period (June-September, foliage dies back completely)—mark positions so don't accidentally disturb when dormant. Virtually pest/disease-free. Winter-flowering provides rare jewel-like ground-level colour December-March—one of most precious winter plants.

Sarcococca confusa (Sweet Box):
Very low maintenance. Tolerates dry shade once established. No feeding required. Minimal pruning needed—naturally forms neat rounded shape. Remove any dead wood spring if present. Divide clumps every 7-10 years spring only if becoming too large or to create more plants (rarely necessary—slow-growing, long-lived). Virtually pest/disease-free. Evergreen provides year-round structure. Fragrance is self-renewing—no deadheading or special care needed for flowering. Intensely fragrant January-March (one of most valuable winter-fragrant plants—scent carries remarkably well in cold still air).

WINTER BORDER MAINTENANCE PHILOSOPHY:

This bundle prioritises winter beauty and year-round evergreen structure—maintenance supports cold-season interest. Key principles:

Minimal winter disturbance (plants flowering or preparing to flower November-March—avoid disturbing)
Remove Helleborus tatty leaves January (makes winter flowers more visible—key maintenance task)
Allow Cyclamen self-seeding (creates expanding winter-flowering carpet over years—worth encouraging)
Don't cut back evergreen foliage autumn (Holly, Sarcococca, Helleborus, Carex all provide winter structure—leave standing)
Position fragrant Sarcococca where scent will be encountered regularly (fragrance is key winter feature—strategic positioning essential)

Reward: genuine winter beauty November-March when most gardens dormant, winter fragrance (Sarcococca sweet scent January-March rare and precious), year-round evergreen structure (never looks bare or unfinished), low maintenance once established, celebrates cold months when beauty is most valued and most rare.

COMPREHENSIVE CARE GUIDES:

For detailed care covering all seasons, pests, diseases, and troubleshooting:
→ Complete Care Guide
→ Seasonal Care Calendar
→ Pruning & Trimming Guide
→ Container Care & Repotting Guide
→ Pest & Disease Management Guide
→ Winter Protection Guide

GETTING HELP:

Lifetime email support: hello@topiarytwins.co.uk (24-hour typical response). No time limit, no cost. Species-specific guidance for all plants in your border available forever.

Planting & Positioning

SITE REQUIREMENTS:

Light: Full sun to partial shade. Topiary (variegated Holly) tolerates full sun to partial shade (variegation more intense in good light but plant adaptable). Sarcococca actually prefers partial shade (tolerates full shade—rare for flowering plant). Helleborus prefers partial shade (tolerates sun but may scorch in hot afternoon sun). Carex tolerates sun to shade. Cyclamen prefers partial shade (suited to woodland edges). This bundle is particularly suitable for positions receiving morning sun and afternoon shade—common for many entrances and ideal for winter interest (morning winter sun valuable, afternoon shade prevents winter scorch on evergreens).

Soil: Well-drained, moisture-retentive, rich in organic matter. Holly adapts to wide range. Sarcococca, Helleborus, and Cyclamen all prefer humus-rich soil. Carex adaptable. Amend generously with compost/leaf mould before planting (at least 30% by volume). Avoid waterlogged positions particularly for Cyclamen (corms rot in winter wet—ensure excellent drainage). Neutral to slightly acidic soil ideal (pH 6.0-7.0) but plants tolerate 5.5-7.5 range.

Space: 1m length × 0.6m depth per unit minimum. Winter borders benefit from viewing proximity—plant where you'll pass regularly during cold months (daily entrance approach, windows with views, pathways used regardless of weather).

POSITIONING WITHIN EACH METRE:

Step 1: Position Topiary Lollipop
Place variegated Holly lollipop centrally within 1m width, positioned 20-25cm from back edge. Elevated canopy (total height approximately 100-120cm including stem and ball) provides eye-level variegated presence year-round. Container sits on surface or partially sunken. Variegated foliage visible year-round providing cream-edged architectural interest particularly effective against winter skies or snow.

Step 2: Plant Sarcococca (Sweet Box)
Position 1 Sarcococca plant where winter fragrance will be appreciated—near pathway, close to door, where you'll pass regularly January-March. Space 40-50cm from topiary base or other plants. Prefers partial shade—ideal beneath Holly lollipop canopy or in corners receiving less sun. Position where fragrance drifts towards entrance doors or sitting areas (scent carries well in cold still air—consider positioning relative to prevailing winter breeze).

Step 3: Plant Helleborus
Position 2 Helleborus plants where winter-spring flowers will be visible from house windows or frequently used pathways (flowers January-April when garden viewing from windows more common than outdoor visits). Space 50-60cm apart. Evergreen foliage provides year-round structure—position prominently where this will be appreciated. Winter flowers particularly effective viewed from inside looking out (warm interior, cold garden outside—flowers remind you spring approaches).

Step 4: Plant Carex 'Evergold'
Position 3 Carex plants scattered throughout for continuous golden accent. Space 35-40cm apart. Evergreen golden foliage particularly valuable November-March when most foliage brown or dormant—provides brightness during darkest months. Use in clusters or distribute evenly depending on desired effect. Golden variegation catches winter light beautifully.

Step 5: Plant Cyclamen coum
Position 2 Cyclamen plants at front edge or beneath shrubs creating winter-flowering ground cover. Space 30-40cm apart. Naturalises via self-seeding creating expanding colonies over years—plant where natural spreading desired. Flowers emerge December-March providing ground-level jewel-like colour during coldest months. Silver-marbled foliage attractive September-May (foliage present autumn-winter-spring, then dies back summer—don't assume dead when dormant June-September).

REPEATING FOR MULTIPLE METRES:

Continuous borders (2m+):

Topiary positioned at precise 1m intervals creating variegated architectural rhythm (cream-edged foliage creates year-round visual interest, potential berries November-February add winter colour)
Sarcococca positioned where fragrance will be appreciated—near pathways, close to doors (consider one Sarcococca per metre or every other metre depending on desired fragrance intensity)
Helleborus positioned prominently for winter flower viewing—where visible from windows or pathways used during cold months
Carex positioned to create continuous golden foliage presence—particularly effective when snow-covered or frost-rimmed
Cyclamen spreads naturally between units via self-seeding—allow gentle naturalising creating expanding winter-flowering carpet over years

Winter viewing positions:

Consider where border viewed during cold months (windows, daily entrance approach, pathways used regardless of weather)
Position fragrant Sarcococca where scent will be encountered (pathways, entrance approach)
Consider winter sun angle (low winter sun backlights evergreen foliage and flowers beautifully)

DETAILED LAYOUT PLANS:

For visual top-down diagrams showing plant positioning within 1m × 0.6m unit and how multiple metres create continuous cottage border, see our Border Planting Guide.

[View Border Planting Guide →]

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How Border by the Metre works.

The finishing touches that bring it all together.

Choose your design theme

Each bundle is a professionally curated 1-metre composition - one architectural topiary surrounded by complementary border plants that work together in colour, texture, and seasonal interest.

Measure your border

Each unit covers 1m length × 0.6m depth. Measure your border length to determine how many metres you need. Units repeat seamlessly to create continuous planting of any length.

Order and plant

Order as many metres as you need (1m minimum, no maximum). Each metre arrives as a complete plant collection ready to position. Follow the included layout guide to arrange plants within each 1m section.

What's include with every bundle?

Architectural anchor

Each metre includes one topiary providing vertical structure and evergreen presence - the compositional anchor around which companions are arranged.

Professionally curated companions

4-9 border plants per metre (varies by bundle) selected to complement your topiary - not compete with it. Each plays a specific role in creating layered composition.

Designed for repetition

1m × 0.6m units repeat seamlessly. Order 2m, 5m, 10m—each metre connects perfectly creating continuous border of any length.

Your border, your certificate

Digital certificate confirms your topiary, companion species, dispatch date, and care guidance. Modern approach to border planting.

Upright, tracked, palletised.

Every border bundle is delivered by pallet — upright, never boxed or crammed. Includes full tracking and timed delivery slot.

They thrive or we step in

If one of your topiary doesn’t thrive within 6 months, we’ll replace it for half the cost of a single tree. No photos, no questions — just email us.

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Guarantees

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Your investment in modular border planting deserves protection. These aren't token promises—they're comprehensive guarantees reflecting our confidence in every metre we provide.

Our Promises
What's not covered
How to claim

Matching Guarantee

Perfect Symmetry or Your Money Back

Every topiary must meet these criteria or Full Refund:

Height/form as specified in product listing

Healthy specimen with no damage or disease

Dense canopy/foliage appropriate to form

Architectural quality suitable for formal border use

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Claim within 7 days

Resolution: 24 hours

Outcome: Replacement or full refund

6-MOnth thrive Guarantee

Establishment Protection for Your Investment

If any plant doesn't establish successfully, we'll replace it at half the single-plant cost.

Topiary: If specimen fails to establish or dies within 6 months despite proper care, we replace at 50% of single specimen cost

Companion Plants: If any companion plant fails to establish, we replace at 50% of single plant cost

Expert aftercare support included throughout establishment period

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Claim within 6 months

Eligibility review: 48 hours

Replacement cost: 50% of Single plant

lifetime care support

Complimentary Expert Guidance Forever

Your purchase includes unlimited access to our team for care advice, troubleshooting, and seasonal guidance.

Email support: hello@topiarytwins.co.uk

Response time: within 24 hours

No time limit, no cost

Species-specific guidance

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Available Forever

Response time: 24 hours

Cost: Complimentary

Matching Guarantee

covers the initial quality & symmetry of your pair as delivered

What's not covered:

Natural Variation

Minor differences in foliage texture-all plants vary slightly

Seasonal colour variations (some species bronze or fade in winter)

Growth patterns that develop after planting

Aesthetic Preferences

Aesthetic preferences beyond our documented pairing quality control standards

Form preferences not specified at time of order

Changes in your vision after delivery

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If you're uncertain whether an issue qualifies, contact us at hello@topiarytwins.co.uk. We'll review your situation fairly.

6-MOnth thrive Guarantee

protects against establishment failure when proper care is provided

What's not covered:

Care-Related Issues

Over-watering or under-watering

Lack of winter protection in extreme cold

Planting in unsuitable locations

Environmental Factors

Pest or disease damage occuring after delivery

Weather damage

Poor drainage causing root problems

Both Plants Failing

If both plants in a pair fail, this typically indicates a site or care issue rather than plant quality. The guarantee covers individual plant failure within a healthy pair.

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Not sure if your situation qualifies? Email us at hello@topiarytwins.co.uk with photos and care details. We review every case individually and fairly.

lifetime care support

Care Support Is Available Forever With No Limitations

This service includes:

Video support for care questions

Troubleshooting guidance

Seasonal maintenance advice

Species-specific guidance

We cannot:

Guarantee outcomes based on our recommendations

Take responsibility for care decisions you make

Provide on-site visits or hands-on assistance

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Our advice is based on best horticultural practices and our experience with topiary care. Following our guidance significantly improves outcomes, but living plants are always subject to enviromental variables.

Matching Guarantee

fast, fair resolution

Step 1: Contact Us

Email: hello@topiarytwins.co.uk

Subject: "Matching Guarantee Claim - Order [Number]"

Step 2: Provide Verification

Include in your email:

Photos of both plants side-by-side

Individual photos of each plant (full view, multiple angles)

Brief description of the asymmetry concern

Step 3: We Review

Our team will assess your claim against our pairing quality standards:

Height difference (max 10cm)

Density and form symmetry

Branching structure balance

Overall architectural pairing quality

Step 4: Resolution

If your claim is valid (which is rare—our matching standards are rigorous), we'll arrange a replacement pair immediately.

Replacement Pair (Our Standard Resolution)

We source a new hand-matched pair and deliver at no additional charge. Same 14-21 day lead time applies. This is how we resolve nearly all valid matching claims.

Full Refund (If You Prefer)

If replacement doesn't work for your timeline or you'd prefer a refund, we'll process it within 5-7 working days to your original payment method, including delivery charges.

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Most claims are resolved the same day we receive them.

6-MOnth thrive Guarantee

six months of protection

Step 1: Contact Us

Email: hello@topiarytwins.co.uk

Subject: "Thrive Guarantee Claim - Order [Number]"

Step 2: Provide Documents

Include in your email:

Photos of the affected plant (multiple angles, close ups)

Photos of the healthy plant for comparison

Description of care provided

Timeline of decline (when did you first notice issues?)

Step 3. Eligibility Review

We'll assess your claim based on the information and photos you provide, along with our horticultural expertise and experience with establishment patterns.

Our review considers multiple factors to determine whether this is a plant quality issue (covered) or a care/environmental issue (not covered).

We review every case individually and will advise honestly whether the guarantee applies to your specific situation.

Step 4: Resolution

If eligible, here's what happens:

We Invoice for Replacement

Cost: 50% of single-plant price

Example: £1,000 pair = £500 per plant = £250 replacement cost

We Source Your Replacement

Hand-matched to your surviving plant, same quality and form standard, delivered within 14-21 working days.

This isn't insurance-it's a goodwill program recognising that even with proper care, establishment can occasionally fail through no fault of yours or ours.

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Unsure if your qualify? Email us anyway. We review every situation individually and will advise honestly whether the guarantee applies.

lifetime care support

Always Here to Help

Step 1: Contact Us

Simply email us anytime you need care advice, troubleshooting help, or guidance:

Email: hello@topiarytwins.co.uk

Subject: "Care Question - [Your Topic]

Step 2: Include

Photos of your plants (if relevant)

Description of the situation or question

Any care you've already provided

Step 3: We Advise

Diagnosis (if applicable)

Recommended action plan

Species-specific guidance

Seasonal care reminders

Common Questions:

Watering and feeding schedules

Seasonal maintenance

Identifying pests or diseases

Yellowing, browning or leaf drop off

Winter care and frost protection

Container and in-ground planting guidance

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This service is complimentary for the life of your plants with no time limit or restrictions.

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What clients notice.

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— Elena, Surrey

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“I didn’t want something decorative, I wanted something that would grow into the house. You can already see the structure maturing each year.”

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