Fan Trained Wall Apple
Trees grow to an eventual height of around 2 m (7 ft). Although the shortest of all the forms, they will grow to a width of around 3 and are a great feature when grown against a wall (not north-facing).
The best time for pruning is usually spring for young trees and mid-summer for established ones.
Erect sturdy horizontal wires starting 40cm (15in) from the ground to train stems against. Horizontal wires should be 4-10cm (1½-4in) away from the wall and positioned 15cm (6in) apart – roughly two brick courses. Use 1.2mm galvanised wire. For long runs, attach wires to a straining system, such as straining bolts screwed into vine eyes with a nut to hold them in place
In summer, choose four shoots from each ‘arm’: one at the tip to extend the existing ‘arm’, two spaced equally on the upper side and one on the lower side. Tie them in at about 30 degrees to the main ‘arm’ so they are evenly spaced apart (using canes attached to the wires if necessary)
Rub out any shoots growing towards the wall and pinch back any others to one leaf
In the following spring, cut back each of the four branches on each side by one third, cutting to an upward-facing bud if possible
During the growing season, tie re-growth from the tips of these branches into the framework to extend the main branches
Any side-shoots that develop where there is space within the framework can be tied in
NOTE: This product can only be shipped within Ireland and the UK
What you need to know
- Size: Fan Trained Wall Apple
- Model: Supplied on bamboo frame, with minimum 5 branches
Price:
€59
Deposit:
€59
Balance on Delivery:
€0
Availability:
Available