Delivery Sizes & Shapes - Fruit Trees
posted this on 18 Jul 2016
Fruit Tree Sizing & Shapes 
The table below explains the delivery sizes of the fruit trees that we grow, like Apple, Pear, Plum or Cherry trees which are collectively known as "top fruit".
- You can buy Cordons (apples & pears only as crop sizes are too small on stone fruit such as cherries and plums), Bushes and Half Standards to get a headstart on the most common fruit tree shapes.
- A Maiden tree is a "blank slate" that you can train yourself into any shape you want.
Fruit Tree Shapes & Sizes For Sale Here
(sizes are approximate & see each tree for exact pricing)
| Shape: Click names for more info. | Age | Approx Size at delivery | Final Size | Price Range | Tree Types Sold in this Shape | Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maiden |
1 year |
1-2 m |
Any |
£11-16 | All | Can be grown into any size / shape. Start with a maiden to train fans, espaliers etc on wires. |
| Cordon | 2 years | 90 cm + | 2-3m | £16-21 | Apples & Pears only | Grown Diagonally. Wire trained. Saves space. |
| Bush | 2-3 years | 1.5 m | ~3m | £16-24 | All | Freestanding Tree. Compact. Lower branches for easy harvesting. |
| Half-Standard | 3 years | 1.5 m + | 4m + | £18-26 | All | Freestanding Tree. Biggest starting size. Grows into a full sized tree. |
You can also buy apple and pear tree rootstocks if you want to graft your own.
Categories: Fruit Tree Advice
