Apple (Espalier) Growing Guide

Malus domestica

Apple (Espalier)

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Prepare a large hole by breaking up the soil and adding plenty of compost or other organic matter.

Position

Sun or partial shade.

Frost tolerant

Yes.

Feeding

Not normally required

Spacing

Single Plants: 11' 5" (3.50m) each way (minimum)
Rows: 11' 5" (3.50m) with 11' 5" (3.50m) row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Plant in mid-fall or early winter when it's not too cold for a little root growth to help them establish. Should be planted with at least one other apple tree which flowers at a similar time to aid pollination.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Prune towards the end of the season to remove any dead or overcrowded branches and to shape if required.

Harvesting

Harvest when apples are ripe.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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