3D Art Forms
Description
Three-dimensional art forms can be created according to the same principles as two-dimensional slate forms.
Features of the espalier form:
- slate form is derived from a three-dimensional geometric shape
- fruitwood is grown short on the stem branch
3D art forms are often a showpiece in your garden.
Opinion
3D espalier shapes are ideally suited as a solitary tree, as a focal point in the garden.
Exposure
Make sure that all framework branches are well exposed to the sun:
- Use these espalier forms as a solitary or as full wind guidance, but not along a fruit wall.
- If you plant a row of these espalier forms, use a north-south planting direction.
Lead construction
In general, the following applies:
- For a solitary tree, use a self-supporting metal structure that is firmly anchored in the ground.
- Use a tension wire construction for a row of trees.
The slate construction is sometimes temporary, sometimes (semi-)permanent in nature.
Main types
The espalier forms are classified according to their basic mathematical shape.
Beam shapes
Standard shapes with the contours of a beam.
Pyramid shapes
Standard shapes with the contours of a pyramid.
Cylinder shapes
Standard shapes with the contours of a tube.
Sphere shapes
Standard shapes with the contours of a sphere.
Arch shapes
Standard shapes with the contours of a tunnel.
