The Art of Espalier at Painswick Rococo Garden
Saturday 4 July 2026
The Art of Espalier at Painswick Rococo Garden offers a practical introduction to the timeless craft of training fruit trees.
This elegant technique of shaping trees to grow flat against a wall or framework is ideal for smaller gardens where space is limited, while also creating striking structure in larger landscapes. Espalier combines beauty, form and productivity in one living work of art.
This hands-on workshop blends expert tuition with practical experience in a relaxed and welcoming setting. The day begins with a guided garden tour, exploring established espalier specimens and discovering how careful placement and pruning shape their distinctive form.
An expert-led demonstration covers the fundamentals of training, tying and pruning espalier fruit trees, followed by a supervised pruning practice session where participants can build confidence and develop practical skills.
The experience concludes with coffee and cake, offering time to chat with fellow gardening enthusiasts and reflect on the day’s learning.
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