In Finsbury Park, a collection of four topiary elephants has become a beloved tourist attraction but now faces threats from Honey Fungus, a parasitic disease affecting plants. Created about thirteen years ago, these artistic installations have attracted attention and admiration from visitors. The artist Tim Bushe, who has documented the situation through social media, reports that two elephants have already fallen victim to the fungus, and he is actively seeking solutions to save the remaining ones. The incident underscores the vulnerability of urban green art to environmental challenges.
"The herd of four topiary elephants...have captured the attention of passersby and tourists for more than a decade since their creation around thirteen years ago."
"Disaster Honey Fungus has taken out elephant number three. We are going to take the dead section out and replant with another species hoping we can save it."
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