The beauty of pleached trees is that they create stunning visual effects without taking up a lot of space on the ground. Ideal then for a small garden or for a formal garden where they can be used to create structure and to direct the eye. Pleached trees have been used by garden designers for at least four centuries.

Are pleached trees good?

Introduction to Pleached Trees

When they are planted in rows at set distances, they form an elevated 'green wall' effect, which can be a great, natural alternative to high fencing. Pleached trees are often used to screen unsightly buildings and can be grown above an existing wall or fence for added privacy.

When should you Pleach a tree?

When to pleach

Plant in winter and during the early years also prune in the winter when the plants are leafless and dormant. Train and tie new shoots in over the summer. Once pleached trees have reached their full extent, prune in the summer, pruning to shape the tree growth and reduce its vigour.