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.
Green Animals Topiary Garden at a Glance#
Address: Green Animals Topiary Garden, 380 Cory’s Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Website: https://preservation.ri.gov/green-animals
Hours: Seasonal hours; typically Wed-Sun 10am-4pm (check official site for current schedule)
Admission: Adults approx. $12-$15 (check site for current rates); children and seniors discounted
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -6° - 3° | -7° | 108 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -6° - 4° | -7° | 94 mm | - | - | 5.4 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | -2° - 8° | -2° | 112 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 3° - 13° | 5° | 107 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 8° - 18° | 13° | 93 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 89 mm | - | - | 4.3 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 17° - 27° | 22° | 81 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 17° - 26° | 22° | 103 mm | - | - | 3.9 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 13° - 23° | 18° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 17° | 12° | 95 mm | - | - | 4.7 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 3° - 12° | 4° | 117 mm | - | - | 5.1 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -3° - 6° | -3° | 110 mm | - | - | 5.3 m/s | - | - |
