Trees for Fan Training

Plums, gages, damsons, cherries, peaches, nectarines and apricots are often grown as fans, particularly where space is limited and especially in colder areas. This form is also often used for apples and pears. The main stem is short and the ribs of the fan emanate from two low angled arms. Trees should be planted 15-25cm (6-10in) away from the wall or fence and the stem inclined slightly towards it. The wall should be fitted with horizontal wires 15cm (6in apart).

Fan trained trees need annual maintenance pruning in late summer so that they keep in good shape and remain productive.

Please note, we do not supply trees that are ready trained as fans. We offer a range of apples, pears, plums, cherries and other stone fruits that are supplied as one year old maidens and are suitable for training in situ as fans.

Don't forget to include a Gripple Wire Tensioning Kit on your order, the easy way to support fan trained fruit trees. For better establishment we strongly advise using Rootgrow when planting (as recommended in RHS planting guidelines).