Charles Coburn, a horticulturist and topiarian who practiced on a grand scale, first as the overseer of the San Diego Zoo's plant collection then as co-creator of massive shrub-based sculptures ...

Charles Coburn, topiary designer, dies LOS ANGELES, Feb. 7 (UPI) -- Charles Coburn, a California horticulturist who created topiary works for Disneyland and for movie stars, has died at 62.

1953's Bratwurst Day used 7,000 pounds of bratwurst, 96 gallons of dill pickles, 288 bottles of catsup, 288 jars of mustard and 350 pounds of onions.

Charles Douville Coburn (June 19, 1877 – August 30, 1961) was an American film and theatre actor. Best known for his work in comedies, Coburn received the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor ...