Regular U Shape
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Regular U Shape
Two framework branches guided in a U shape
Naming
Full Name: single U shape
Popular name:
(regular) U shape
Synonym:
Nickname:
shape ‘Tuning Fork‘
Historical name:
single U shape,
upright double cord,
standing double cord,
perpendicular double cord
Alternative name:
vertical double cord,
U shaped double cord
Spelling variations:
Synonym:
regular U-shape,
double vertical cord,
regular U-shape.
Tag: basic shape.
Description
Slate shape resembling a vertical letter U.
Features:
- 2 framework branches (via a T-junction)
- both framework branches are guided vertically
- fruitwood is grown short on the stem branch
This basic form has several derivative variants.
Opinion
This espalier shape is suitable for all types of fruit trees.
The U shape is quite difficult to grow, but easy to maintain.
The U shape / Double Cord is ideal for those who want to grow productive trees in a short time. This espalier shape was used a lot in the past.
Some growers choose to keep the horizontal parts ‘bare’, because they naturally bear less fruit and it takes relatively more work to grow fruit on them. Such growers prune the shoots on the horizontal parts completely away at a young stage, with a flat cut.
The T-junction of the framework branches may occur at a height of approximately 35 cm (for peach trees at 45 cm).
You can also buy this espalier shape ready-made.
For additional information zie main articles: Double Cord and U Shape.
