Forms
Some of the following fruit tree forms require training by tying the branches to the required form. Most require pruning to retain the desired structure. However not all types of fruit tree are suitable for all forms; apples and pears do well as cordons and espaliers for example, whereas cherries are more suited to the fan form.
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