Artificial Cypress Trees, 2.3 ft, Set of 2 with Ground Spikes

This set of two faux topiary balls, 69 cm (about 2.3 ft) each, combines real wood trunk sections with dense plastic evergreen foliage and steel ground spikes for anchoring into soil or an existing planter. Topiary is a clipped evergreen form used for structure rather than colour or bloom, and the small, spherical form here is built for corners, entrances and balcony edges where a full-size tree would be too much. Selling it as a matched pair fits the classic topiary job: flanking a doorway or bracketing a step, symmetrically, on both sides at once.

Each tree is a wood trunk section roughly 15 cm long, topped with foliage to an overall length of 69 cm and a diameter of 35 to 40 cm across the foliage. Installation is a steel ground spike, 20 cm long, that inserts directly into the trunk base and then into soil or an existing pot: quick, tool-free assembly.

What are the exact dimensions and materials?

Height/Size	69 cm (27.17 in) overall length each, set of 2
Foliage material	Plastic, described as weatherproof and fade-resistant
Trunk	Wood, each trunk section 15 cm (5.9 in) long
Pot	None included, designed to spike into an existing planter or garden bed
Diameter (foliage)	35 to 40 cm (13.8 to 15.75 in) per tree
Ground spike length	20 cm (7.87 in) each
Weight	2.05 kg gross, 1.45 kg net, for the set
Placement	Indoor and outdoor: living rooms, balconies, offices, storefronts

Artificial topiary balls, or real ones?

	These trees	Live topiary
Light required	None	Full sun for dense, even growth; part shade thins it out
Growth	Fixed at 69 cm, permanently	A young topiary keeps growing and needs shaping for years to hold a tidy form
Winter care outdoors	None needed	Depends on species and zone; many ornamental topiary shrubs need winter protection in containers
Installation	Ground spike into soil or an existing pot	Planted directly, or containerised with proper drainage
Long-term structure	Fixed shape, no trimming	A real matched pair for flanking an entrance, if you have the patience to grow and shape them

The honest case for real topiary is a genuinely permanent landscape feature you are willing to shape and protect over years: for a quick, symmetrical accent by a door or on a balcony this season, the spike-mounted faux pair does the job immediately and without any of the maintenance.

What arrives in the box, and what do I have to do to it?

These ship compressed, and the branches and leaves may need reshaping straight out of the box after transit: straighten them by hand rather than assuming the compressed shape is final. Assembly itself is simple: insert the ground spike into the trunk base, then into soil or an existing container, with no tools required.

Inspect both trunk sections and both spikes when your delivery arrives, and photograph anything damaged before you unpack further. A slight plastic smell is normal on first opening and airs out in a ventilated space.

Who should not buy this?

• Freestanding display on a hard floor or shelf. A ground spike needs soil to anchor into; have a planter with soil or a garden bed ready.
• Spots in relentless, direct sun where colour is critical for years. The materials are fade-resistant, but for the harshest full-sun exposures a model with a published UV-resistant claim is the safer long-term choice.
• Anyone who wants a single large specimen. These are small, paired accent pieces at roughly 2.3 ft each, not a statement floor tree.

Common questions

Does this come with a pot?

No, the set includes two artificial topiary balls and two ground spikes. The spikes are designed to insert into soil you already have, whether that's an existing planter or a garden bed, so plan to provide that yourself.

How do I install these?

Each tree comes with its own steel ground spike, 20 cm long, that inserts into the base of the trunk and then pushes into soil: quick and tool-free. You will need either an existing planter with soil deep enough for the spike or a garden bed; these are not designed to stand freestanding on a hard floor.

Is the trunk real wood?

Yes, each tree has an authentic wood trunk section, 15 cm long, that preserves natural grain and texture. It is the detail that makes these read as real at close range, where a moulded plastic trunk gives an artificial topiary away.

How big is each tree?

Each tree measures 69 cm (about 2.3 ft) in overall length, with foliage 35 to 40 cm across in diameter, plus a separate 20 cm ground spike for installation. That makes these a small, paired accent for a corner or an entrance rather than a substantial floor tree, and the two-tree set is specifically designed to be used as a flanking pair.

Can these go outside?

Yes, the materials are described as weatherproof and fade-resistant, and balconies, patios and storefronts are all intended uses. For the very sunniest exposures, a sheltered or partly shaded spot will keep the colour at its best for longest.