A garden is something that a lot of people would love to have, but many of those who have one, don’t make the most use out of it, which is a real shame. No matter how big or how small your garden may be, you can easily make it one of the most relaxing and enjoyable corners of your home. With summer being around the corner, you are more likely to spend more time in your garden rather than inside.
A lot of people have completely neglected their gardens and are unsure of how to make the most use of them. Well, one way to go about this issue is to invest in some greenery. Having a garden full of plants that you’ll take care of and enjoy the benefits they provide you with will surely encourage you to spend more time outside.
However, before you do that, you need to consider a few things. The biggest obstacle will be the available space. But even if your available space is very limited, there are still some types of plants that have no problem growing in small spaces. Espalier plants, for example, are one such type that doesn’t need much space. They can be attached to a wall, a wire or a fence. Their branches can easily be tied and pruned to a frame, which makes them a great choice for every aspiring gardener with limited space.
Espalier plants are a part of the ancient horticultural art of “training” a tree to grow flat against support, creating a so called living sculpture. Lemons, limes and apples are among the top choices, because their stems don’t harden as quickly, leaving you time to easily tie them to a frame, without damaging or breaking them.
The most important thing is the location. While you might not need as much floor space, you still need about 3 or four meters of linear space that will be getting full sun and a decent drainage. And by full sun I mean at least five or six hours a day. Furthermore, to successfully plant espalier trees in your garden you need to have a set of tools like a wire cutter, pliers, a drill, shovel pruning shears, etc.
Implementing espalier plants is a process that will enrich your garden and make it a much more inviting and a pleasant place to spend the sunny afternoons and evenings in. Moreover, you will get some home grown fruits full of nutrients which you can implement in your diet. It’s a great way to do something small, yet significant for the environment and yourself. So don’t worry if you don’t have the biggest of spaces to plant a beautiful garden, espalier plants are here to save the day!
