How to create espalier or step-over apple trees

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Duration: 04:13

Alan explains how to grow step-over apple trees using a technique known as 'Espalier' which emerged in the 17th Century and was imported from France.

Not all of us have a large south-facing wall that we can decorate with a beautiful fruit tree, but the step-over apple tree is a cheap and easy alternative that looks good and can be just as productive.

Available since Wed 10 Nov 2010

Credits

Presenter
Alan Titchmarsh
Director
Niki Taylor
Producer
Niki Taylor
Executive Producer
Matt Young

This clip is from

Alan Titchmarsh's Garden Secrets 17th Century

Alan visits Hatfield House to examine the famous parterres and the use of perspective.

First broadcast: 09 Nov 2010

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