Yes, the topiary trees and balls here are UV resistant and made for outdoor positions such as entrances, patios and pool areas. Each tree arrives in its own pot. Setting it inside a heavier decorative planter adds stability against wind.

For a standard front door, a pair of 33" two-ball standards or 47.2" cypress or buxus trees frames the entrance without crowding it. Taller trees read better beside double doors or wide porches. Set the pair at an equal distance from the door frame for a balanced look.

A topiary ball is a clipped sphere without a trunk, used in planters, on steps or on top of an urn. A topiary tree, or standard, carries one or two clipped balls on an upright trunk to add height. Most entrances use both: trees for height, balls for the base.

Place the supplied pot inside a heavier decorative planter and fill the gap with gravel or sand. A wider planter base helps on a windy porch or rooftop. Moss or pebbles on top hide the weighting.

Yes, the 11", 15" and 17" topiary balls are sold as sets of two, which suits a matched pair of planters or urns. The 14" boxwood topiary shrub comes with a ground spike for planting directly into a garden bed. See pots and planters to finish the look.

Hose outdoor topiary down a few times a year to clear dust and pollen. Indoor pieces can be dusted with a soft brush or a hairdryer on the cool setting. Avoid solvent-based cleaners, which can damage the leaf finish.