![]() Trim any side shoots back to three or four buds in March to April.The angle of the main stem slows the movement of sap and encourages more even growth. The root flare should be just under the surface of the soil Plant the trees in well-drained soil at an angle of 45 degrees with the scion/rootstock union uppermost and 75-90cm (30in-3ft) apart.If you are planting more than one row, space the rows not less than 1.8m (6ft) apart.The supporting system of posts and wires is the same as for apple and pear cordons. ![]() Vertical and double cordons (‘U’-shaped) can also be grown in containers (at least 45cm (18in) wide) in John Innes No 3 compost.Choose a site that is open and as sunny as possible, with shelter from severe frosts that can damage blossom.Container-grown plants can be planted throughout the year Plant one- or two-year-old bare-rooted cordons in winter.If you are growing more vigorous cultivars, double and triple cordons are a better choice of form. The oblique cordon is preferable as it encourages the production of sideshoots. Malvern Autumn Show - 22–24 September 2023Ĭordons can be planted and trained obliquely or vertically.RHS Garden Wisley Flower Show - 5–10 September 2023.RHS Garden Rosemoor Flower Show - 18–20 August 2023.RHS Garden Hyde Hall Flower Show - 2–6 August 2023.RHS Flower Show Tatton Park - 19–23 July 2023.RHS Hampton Court Palace Garden Festival - 4–9 July 2023.
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