Green Animals Topiary Garden
Built c. 1860
Home to more than 80 topiary animals and other figures for more than a century, Green Animals also blazes with colorful flowers from May until October. The 7-acre property overlooks Narragansett Bay.
Things to Do
Annual Plant Sale at Green Animals Topiary Garden
May 10 – 12, 2024
8 am -10 am
Get your garden going or find nice springtime and Mother's Day gifts for friends and family! A variety of flowers, vegetables and specialty plants are available while supplies last.
History
Discover the oldest and most northern topiary garden in the United States, dating to the early 20th century.
Learn more about Green Animals Topiary Garden
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Original Builder
Thomas E. Brayton
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Gardener
Joseph Carreiro, superintendent of the property from 1905 to 1945, George Mendonca, superintendent until 1985
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Ownership transferred to the Preservation Society
1972
Upcoming Events
Girl Scout Badge Day at Green Animals
May 17, 2025
10:30am – 12:00pm
Brownies, Juniors and Cadets will get a chance to explore Green Animals Topiary Garden and earn a badge by completing activities. Presented in partnership with the Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England.
