Will brown in winter only if temperatures drop below 25F, said Daniel Saparzadeh, owner of River Oaks Plant House, a topiary grower in Houston who has been featured in Architectural Digest, Smithsonian and other magazines. Virtually all it needs is water, Saparzadeh said. The plant is virtually disease and insect free. Creeping fig is excellent for small topiary figures since they have smaller leaves than ivy. The smaller leaves and tight growth make for a better shape.
Some recommendations are junipers, yews, boxwoods and yaupon holly.
Shrub topiary is easy to care for and there is an evergreen choice suitable for almost any climate. They can live indefinitely and are relatively permanent items in the garden. Treat it like you would any other shrub. Prune when needed to keep desired shape. Display both in singles and in groups.