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'3D Tulip'
Espalier that resembles a Lily-shaped Tulip
Example
More info about this leifruit location
Description
A 3D espalier shape in which the framework branch of a Single Cord is guided in a spiral shape.
Features of standard tree:
- one frame branch guided in a vertical spiral
- espalier form requires a permanent espalier construction
- fruit wood is grown quite close to the framework branch
[mks_icon icon=”fa-thumbs-up” color=”#009900″ type=”fa”] For additional information see main article: Cylinder Forms.
Naming
Full name: spiral single cord
Popular name:
single spiral
Nickname:
single helix
Synonym:
Historical name:
spiral single cord
Alternative name:
spiral single cord
Opinion
Recommended espalier. The spiral cord is both productive and ornamental. To get a neat spiral tree you have to train the tree along a concrete wire that is preformed spirally.
Three-dimensional variant of a wave-shaped cord. The spiral must be guided along a pre-formed frame.
The wavy shape naturally restricts the flow of sap. This has two advantages:
- Growth in the head is suppressed.
- Vegetative growth and flower bud formation (fruiting) are evenly distributed along the framework branch.
[mks_icon icon=”fa-thumbs-up” color=”#009900″ type=”fa”] For additional information see main article: Cylinder Forms.
