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".
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 | Tree Types Sold in this Shape | Use |
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Maiden |
1 year |
1-2 m |
Any |
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 | Apples & Pears only | Grown Diagonally. Wire trained. Saves space. |
Bush | 2-3 years | 1.5 m | ~3m | All | Freestanding Tree. Compact. Lower branches for easy harvesting. |
Half-Standard | 3 years | 1.5 m + | 4m + | 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.