Cord-shapes

A cord, or cordon , is an espalier shape in which the trunk has only 1 or 2 main branches:

• is a single cord a cord with one frame branch.
• a double cord is a cord with two frame branches.

Due to their early production, good productivity, and easy pruning, all cord shapes are popular for espalier fruit. The vertical and oblique cord shapes are easier to grow and maintain than the horizontal shapes.