The espalier-trained fruit tree is an ideal form for growing apples and pears, especially in cooler districts. The espalier consists of a vertical stem with two or more tiers of horizontal branches at intervals of 38-45cm (15-18in). The tree is trained in one plane and can be used to cover walls and fences.
Ken Muir’s espalier trees are supplied as 2-tier, ready for growing on as 3 or 4-tier espaliers. (the picture is of a 4-tier espalier). One espalier-trained tree will require wall/fence space of 3.7m (12ft) wide and 1.8m (6ft) high.
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