Re: interesting fact' LOL

**J*@aol.com**

In a message dated 10/17/2001 4:50:35 PM Central Daylight Time, 
sistermarya@juno.com writes:

<< But for a very formal espalier I think the growth would be too exuberant
 and you'd have to keep whacking it back. Also, you have to prune and thin
 every year whether it's formal or not because the growth is unwieldy
 otherwise. 
    >>

Marya:

Great observation...hadn't given that any thought. I'd guess then that only a 
fan-shape would be plausible...do you think that would supply more blossoms, 
but less than hortizontal? Sounds so lovely...and we do have plenty of roses 
that are truly
hardy in Chicago. Winter damage from a poor snow cover and brutal winds would
probably be the key - if you lose a cane on an espalier, it's really obvious. 
Wrapping
with straw may be the answer.

Thanks for those thoughts...I'm still seriously considering it.

Joanie
North of Chicago

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