Pearl Fryar Topiary Garden

pearl fryar topiary garden

The mission is to continue, support and preserve the artistic and horticultural legacy of Pearl Fryar, to encourage public appreciation of the garden, and to provide opportunities for artistic and educational enrichment and enjoyment.

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Garden History

Pearl Fryar cleared a cornfield on his home property in Bishopville, SC in the early 1980’s.  Without any horticultural experience, he created a three-acre topiary garden that is stunningly beautiful, whimsical, educational, and deeply inspiring.  Many of the plants in the garden were rescued from nursery compost piles.  Pearl transformed discarded trees and shrubs into an arresting landscape of living plant sculptures.

The 2006 documentary film, A Man Named Pearl, premiered in New York City and was shown on national television.  It still remains a favorite at garden festivals.

Pearl’s driving focus has always been positive thinking, hard work, and perseverance.  He has continually directed his extraordinary energy to uplift others.

Visitors to the garden behold over 400 expertly trimmed plants.  This is his gift to the world.  

art created in the gardens by Pearl Fryar

The Art

Pearl created sculptures and fountains from scrap metal, fashioning his “junk art.”  Prominent words are featured:  “Hate Hurts”, “Peace”, and “Love.
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