The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word TOPIARIES
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The straight part
We know that "Sculpted bushes" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case sculpted bushes = topiaries.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does TOPIARIES mean?
TOPIARIES noun- Art or practice of trimming shrubs or trees in artistic or ornamental shapes, e.g. of animals.
- A garden decorated with such art.
- One such shrub or tree.