Vertical Double Cord
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Regular U Shape
Double Cord with 2 vertical frame branches
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Description
Espalier with a T-junction and two vertical framework branches
Characteristics:
- 2 framework branches (by means of a T-junction)
- both framework branches are vertically guided
- fruit wood is grown close to the framework branch
For additional information see:
- main article: Dubbel Snoer
- but also article: Verticaal Enkel Cord!
Name giving
Full Name: vertical double cord
Popular Name:
vertical double cord
double vertical cord
Synonym:
vertical 2-arm cord
vertical double cordon
doubled vertical cord
Historical Name:
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Advice
The U shape is very suitable for beginners, to gain experience with growing espalier fruit.
With the derived espalier shapes you can create a completely different look.
For additional information see:
- main article: Dubbel Snoer
- but also article: Verticaal Enkel Snoer!
Derived Variations
The following espalier shapes are derived from the basic shape.
Crossed U Shape
Fuerat aestu carentem habentia spectent tonitrua mutastis locavit liberioris inistra possedit.
Wavy U Shape
Fuerat aestu carentem habentia spectent tonitrua mutastis locavit liberioris inistra possedit.
Diamond U Shape
Two framework branches in a diamond pattern; with overlaps
Curved U Shape
Two framework branches guided in circles
