{"product_id":"malus-communis-espalier-apple-tree-4-branches-height-280-290cm-width-225-235cm-230lt","title":"Malus Communis - Espalier - Apple Tree - 4 Branches - Height 280-290cm - Width 225-235cm - 230lt","description":"\u003cp\u003eMalus communis trained as a mature four-branch espalier is an excellent choice for gardens where beauty, productivity, and space efficiency are equally important. Carefully shaped with four horizontal tiers of branches, it creates a formal architectural feature that looks striking against walls, fences, or boundary lines while producing delicious apples. This trained form is especially valuable in smaller gardens, courtyards, kitchen gardens, and narrow spaces where a traditional orchard tree would be too large.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn spring, the tree is covered with attractive blossom that brings seasonal colour and helps support pollinators. Through summer, the neatly arranged branches carry developing fruit, followed by a rewarding harvest in autumn. Even in winter, the structured framework provides strong visual interest and classic garden character.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEspalier-trained apples perform best in a sunny, open position with fertile, well-drained soil. A south or west-facing wall can improve ripening and protect blossom from late frosts. Regular pruning is needed to maintain the elegant tiered shape and encourage productive fruiting spurs, making it ideal for gardeners who enjoy hands-on care and training.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Arundel Arboretum","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56848257810810,"sku":"MALU - COMM-ESPA-230","price":1695.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/9130\/4688\/files\/9cdede78-32a8-4f0b-8405-51aa00dd3520.jpg?v=1777552908","url":"https:\/\/www.arundelarboretum.co.uk\/products\/malus-communis-espalier-apple-tree-4-branches-height-280-290cm-width-225-235cm-230lt","provider":"Arundel Arboretum","version":"1.0","type":"link"}