Green Animals Topiary Garden
Park Historic Newport garden featuring extensive topiary sculptures
A historic estate in Rhode Island with sculpted yews, formal garden rooms and a mansion; visitors tour topiary displays, seasonal plantings and guided house tours.
How to Get to Green Animals Topiary Garden #
Green Animals is located in Portsmouth, Rhode Island, off Cory’s Lane. From Interstate 95/295, take the appropriate local exit toward Portsmouth and follow signs to the garden. Newport and Providence are nearby by car; limited public transit options exist-car travel is recommended.
Tips for Visiting Green Animals Topiary Garden #
- Reserve timed-entry tickets online during peak season-visitor numbers are capped to protect the topiary.
- Visit in late afternoon to see the garden's form shadows deepen and to avoid the midday glare.
- Look for small inscriptions and plaques-many explain the horticultural techniques and the garden's evolution over time.
Best Time to Visit Green Animals Topiary Garden #
Late spring through early autumn is the most pleasant time to visit; check opening days and ticketing, as the garden is seasonally operated.
Weather & Climate near Green Animals Topiary Garden #
Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and freezing winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -6°C to 27°C. Abundant rainfall (1204 mm/year), wettest in November, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coldest month with highs of 3°C and lows of -6°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).
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February
February is freezing with highs of 4°C and lows of -6°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (112 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).
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May
May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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September
September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (117 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -3°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).
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