ESPALIER Meaning and
Definition
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Esplalier is a term used in gardening and horticulture to refer to a technique of training plants, typically fruit trees, to grow horizontally against a wall or trellis in a specific pattern. This is achieved by pruning and tying branches to a support structure, resulting in the plant growing in a two-dimensional form rather than the traditional three-dimensional shape.
The goal of espalier is to create a decorative and manageable plant that optimizes fruit production by maximizing exposure to light and air circulation. Through careful pruning and training, the plant's branches and foliage are shaped into a desired pattern, such as a fan, horizontal tiers, or a cordon.
The art of espalier has been used since ancient civilizations, dating back to ancient Egypt and Rome, but it gained popularity in European gardens during the Renaissance period. This technique allows gardeners with limited space to cultivate fruit trees in a constrained environment, such as urban areas or small gardens.
Esplaliered plants offer several benefits beyond their aesthetic appeal. By controlling the growth and shape of the plant, it becomes easier to reach and harvest fruits, as well as maintain the overall health and vigour of the plant. Additionally, espaliered plants can create a natural barrier or privacy screen, making them a popular choice for creating visually appealing boundary walls or dividers in gardens.
Common Misspellings for ESPALIER
Etymology of ESPALIER
The word "espalier" can be traced back to the Old Italian word "spalliera", which means "something to lean on" or "shoulder support". This term was derived from the Latin word "spalatum", meaning "shoulder" or "scapula". In horticulture, "espalier" refers to the practice of training trees or shrubs to grow flat against a wall or structure using a framework. The word "espalier" itself entered the English language around the 17th century.
Similar spelling words for ESPALIER
- despair,
- speller,
- splicer,
- scalier,
- sepal,
- easier,
- espial,
- slier,
- aspire,
- suppler,
- earlier,
- supplier,
- paler.
Conjugate verb Espalier
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