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espalier Definition

es·pal·ier (es palyər, -yā′; -is-)

noun

  1. a lattice or trellis on which trees and shrubs are trained to grow flat
  2. a plant, tree, etc. so trained

Etymology: Fr < It spalliera, support for the shoulders < spalla, the shoulder < L spatula: see spatula

transitive verb

  1. to train as or on an espalier
  2. to provide with an espalier

espalier Usage Examples

Object

tree: It is ideal for the amateur gardener who wants to grow a small bush tree or cordon and espalier shaped trees.

Modifies a noun

  • tree: Espalier fruit trees line the vegetable and cut flower beds, making a screen of formally trained plants.
  • apple: Complete summer pruning of restricted fruit trees such as cordon and espalier apples and pears.
  • fruit: Espalier fruit trees line the vegetable and cut flower beds, making a screen of formally trained plants.
  • grape: For a good espalier grape, you can let several laterals develop.

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