Y shape
Basic Shape
Regular Y-shape
Twee gesteltakken groeien schuin omhoog,
in tegenovergestelde richting
Description
Espalier with two main branches that grow diagonally upwards.
Features:
- 2 framework branches (via a T-junction)
- framework branches are guided upwards at an angle (45° to 60°)
- fruitwood is grown short on the stem branch
Naming
Full Name: Oblique Double Cord
Popular name:
oblique double cord
double oblique cord
Synonym:
slanted 2-arm cord
slanted double cordon
doubled slanted cord
Historical name:
Alternative name:
Opinion
The 45 degree angle naturally creates a favourable balance between vegetative growth (formation of shoots and leaves) on the one hand and generative growth (formation of flowers and fruits) on the other.
The Standard Y shape is the basis for the Belgian Fence scheme.
Derived Variants
Other espaliers with two horizontal frame branches.
Slanted U Shape
Two slanting framework branches next to each other, in the same direction.
1-sided Double Slanted Cord
Two slanting framework branches above each other, in the same direction
Derived Variants with Multiple Branches
Double Y shape side by side no. 1
Two Y shapes next to each other, with a triangular shape in the center
Double Y shape side by side no. 2
Two Y shapes next to each other, with a diamond shape in the center
Derived Variants with Half the Number of Frame Branches
For variants with 1 sloping frame branch, see main item: Oblique Cord.
For addiotional information see:
- Main article: Double Cord.
- but also article: Oblique Cord!
