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Espalier Fruit Trees: Space-Saving Technique for Southeast

Espalier (training trees flat on walls) is common in Europe due to limited space. Works here too: south/west wall, wire, staples. Semi-dwarf trees best. Train in fan, candelabra, serpentine shapes. Learn pruning as you go. Details at xrl.us/espalier.

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