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Double Wave Cord
Crossed U Shape
Two framework branches are guided in a wave-shaped manner
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Synonyms
Full Name: wavy vertical U shape
Populaire Name:
wavy U shape
Synonym:
Nickname:
Historical Name:
Wavy vertical double cord
Alternative Name:
wavydouble cord,
wavydouble cordon
Spelling variations:
double wavy vertical cord,
S-shaped vertical double cord.
Tag: 2-sided cord, wavy cord.
Description
Espalier form derived from U shape.
Both framework branches run upwards in a wavy line.
Characteristics:
- 2 framework branches (by means of a T-junction)
- both framework branches are wavy upwards (mirror symmetry)
- fruit wood is grown close to the framework branch
Advice
It is important to create flowing curves.
On the one hand, because a symmetrical pattern looks much better.
On the other hand, because uneven curves, in particular a ‘knee’, lead to local obstruction and congestion of the sap flow.
The latter induces shoot growth that is unevenly distributed over the framework branch.
In a later phase, this can be at the expense of the espalier shape, for example because large pruning wounds are unavoidable.
For additional information see main articles: Double Cord and U Shape
