DIY Silk Topiary Trees: Step-by-Step Guide for Holiday Decor

Building Double-Ball Silk Topiaries

Create elegant 3.5-ft topiaries with silk ivy/boxwood for seasonal versatility.

Structure

1. Trunk: Use two matching interesting branches with natural forks for ball placement.
2. Base: Secure branches in pots with Plaster of Paris (plug drainage holes first). Baskets aren't suitable for plaster.
3. Balls: Use Oasis dried foam spheres (two sizes per topiary). Push firmly onto glued branch ends.
4. Reinforcement: Optional chicken wire around foam-ball junctions for extra strength.

Finishing

1. Cover foam completely with sheet moss (secured with wire hooks).
2. Insert silk ivy/boxwood stems through moss into foam.
3. Add seasonal flowers/berries as desired.
4. Cover pot top with moss to hide plaster.
5. Wrap miniature lights for holiday sparkle.

Budget Win

DIY cost is a fraction of $150+ retail price. Customize colors for each season!