Trellis fruit is strongly supported with scissors and therefore only grows two-dimensionally. This flat shape fits perfectly onto a house wall. That's why espalier fruit can also be planted there. Some walls also offer a special advantage. Read more about this.
Can espalier fruit grow on a house wall?
Answer: Yes, espaliered fruit such as apples, pears, cherries and plums can thrive on a house wall. Advantages arise on south-facing walls that store heat; heat-loving varieties such as kiwi, apricot, peach and fig also thrive here. A trellis structure made of wooden slats and wires is necessary to secure the espaliered fruit.
Suitable types of fruit
All espaliered fruit varieties that can grow freely in the room can and can also grow on the house wall. For example apple, pear, cherry or plum.
Advantages of south walls
House walls that face south get a lot of sun during the day. The masonry stores the heat and releases it at night. Sensitive and heat-loving varieties can thrive on this. Among others:
- Kiwi
- Apricot
- Peach
- Fig
Trellis fruit needs to be secured
Branches of fruit trees have no adhesive organs with which they can hold on to the house wall. It is therefore necessary that suitable scaffolding is attached to it before planting. You can build the trellis frame yourself using wooden slats and wires. The espalier fruit will be attached to this later.
