Creating an espalier Belgian fence || Look how it's grown!

[@athena03000]

I remember back when u said the fish got re-homed so that person just wasn’t paying attention. Love ur videos! I’m rewatching all the videos on ur channel just cuz ur gardens r so gorgeous (even when u don’t think so 😊)

[@Gloriusblooms]

There’s no way to please everyone like the people who may think you’re terrible to some fish! Come on people give her a break and we are here for gardening! Thanks for the great video Erin and happy gardening! 🥰🌱

[@dianed805]

Omg they're 'feeder fish'! Its in the name people 😅 The fact that Erins have the whole summer instead of being gobbled up in someone's prize fishtank is a bonus imo lmao. Btw, the espalier is gorgeous. Thank you for the update. I watched that episode and was shocked when you said its been 3 years!

[@SusanMiddleton1]

This video tells me I’ve been following you for three years. I was looking for videos that would show me how to espalier. When you had that gin and tonic before you cut the whips, I said to myself, “that’s the gardener for me”. I ended up doing an espalier of 5 Pyracantha on a structure along my driveway. It’s been very successful and I get a lot of comments especially when the berries turn orange in the fall. It’s a great project for a gardener who loves to prune.

[@jennaleigh6049]

That first video is why I am here today, after pretty much the same reaction hahah.

[@triciae1423]

I watch for a glimpse of the Belgian fence anytime you’re in that general area of the garden. I have loved seeing it grow, and chuckle every time I remember you needing to drink before you pruned the trees. You were so brave!

[@MegaShopperII]

As you probably know, espalier is noted to have started in Roman times. The word Belgian goes back to the 1620s. Espalier became popular in the 17th and 18th centuries. So, take your best shot at guessing when the term Belgian was attached to the cross hatch style of espalier. I think it's easier just to accept the fact that it's one of the six best known espalier designs. P.S. Erin yours is just beautiful, and it's been a pleasure to watch it come along from the time that you first created it.

[@prairie2gem]

Love the look of the criss cross so much better than the typical "arms out" espalier. Glad to see your progress!

[@franthomas5867]

Im so in awe of this project Erin. I think with 3 years into it , you can now call yourself the "Patient Gardener"! Love your vids!

[@didisinclair3605]

Such a great project, Erin! I remember you planting this. It has come along so beautifully!!!

[@lisacanaday7887]

I remember you being so nervous when planting your Belgian fence you were drinking Gin for courage, so cute!

[@anitahadley2871]

I love the Belgian fence so much! I remember when you started it and can’t believe it’s been 3 years already. I had great faith in you that it would turn out beautifully and it has.

[@janetleeharrison]

You are doing an amazing job - especially for your first go at it! Loving how this has progressed so quickly for you. The delicate pink flowers are a classic beauty for sure. How could anyone ever get tired of looking at them?😍

[@daiseegray9110]

The Belgium fence is looking fabulous 🌼🐝

[@alcg3981]

I did not know such a thing existed😮! Pond Dye! Creates a mirror effect, I like it😊. 'Belgian Fence' for Belgians is like 'French Toast' for French😂. It's called Pain Perdu here in France😉.

[@guntaweiland3428]

Love your Belgian fence, wherever it came from. Beautiful🤗

[@lisaf4300]

It looks wonderful! I would be proud too. Excellent job Erin. Thanks for sharing.

[@truthbetold2611]

The first time I learned about a Belgian fence was Martha Stewart's pear espalier. Classic-looking plus the fruit. Simply stunning.

[@emkn1479]

THREE YEARS?! Ain’t no way. Looks great!

[@nancyholbert2768]

I love your Belgian Fence!!! It makes the fact that there is a fence behind it not as noticeable. I watch a lot of gardening channels, and you might be the first and maybe the only one doing this!!! Gardening Kudos!!! P.S. I like everything else you do too!!!

[@bethlynch1909]

I love the Belgian fence. The crabapple trees in bloom are beautiful. Regarding the pond fish, I hate the expression but you can't fix stupid. Whoever posted that you kill your fish must not "know" you like the rest of us do. Keep doing what you're doing. I love your videos.

[@amymerber]

I loooove your Belgian fence! I did a temporary one last year with Love in a Puff vine. I spent a few minutes daily tidying it up…was very meditative!

[@TheImpatientGardener]

Oh I bet that was cool!

[@2prettyfunnythings736]

Looks great. I remember when you planted them…dang I’m bummed I didn’t start something like this then

[@sandraengstrand2784]

Wow, how amazing is your Belgian fence trellis!!!! 💕🌿☀️

[@amyhoff1501]

I remember too , wow 3 years ,that’s amazing , looking great

[@nadinecartwright1979]

wow 3 years has flown by,

[@lisalundstrom1591]

I remember when you put this in. And at the time I was obsessed with starting one of my own. Now seeing this again, I am feeling the same way. I wish I had a place to do this.😊

[@suzannebartow6390]

Absolutely stunning...I love espalier plants and have a tricolor beech on one but your Belgian fence is even better. Well done......

[@lizsurbanroost3624]

My not so local garden center sells bare root trees in the spring, I am planning on getting some bare root fruit trees and will be turning them into espalier trees. I spent the summer fighting the invasive weeds and spent the fall preparing the area for my future mini orchard. I have always wanted fruit trees but never had the sun or space. We cut down all but the biggest tree in the backyard and so now I have the sun and I discovered espalier and realized now I don't need the space for 15 foot trees, I can just keep them small! I want apple, pear and peach trees for sure. I got a bare root crabapple from this garden center last year and I love it, its done so well, I hope my fruit trees will be the same.

[@pcrice-lr2dn]

The Best video that I have seen in a long time. Thanks ♥️🍃

[@upnorth21]

Congrats on the success of the Belgian Fence-very pretty! Thanks also for showing us the pond before the back dye. Neat to see what it looks like. The dye is a great touch.

[@j.m.7056]

I temember when you first planted the whips. The fence looks excellent after three years! Provides so much interest in the vegetable garden.

[@kimbailey742]

The espalier tree is bar far the most beautiful thing I have seen. I'm totally jealous, lol. Nice job!

[@lindagartner1675]

I will never forget when you had to clip the whips the first time to begin this wonderful looking fence. We were all hesitant with you at that first cut.

[@thedivide3688]

The Espalier looks amazing!!!....and .... That you had to explain about rehoming the fish is ridiculous. People these days...I don't have that specific Papyrus but I submerge mine completely and it still grows gangbusters. My Papyrus has been growing in water for 5 years.

[@TheImpatientGardener]

That’s good to know. I think I’ll move mine down a bit then so you don’t see the pot.

[@gardeningatriverside]

I'll add that mine bust terra cotta pots every year. This year I've just submerged the roots directly into my stock tank with no pot

[@thedivide3688]

@@gardeningatriverside Yeah…I’m about to divide mine and just sink it in the rocks.

[@pandasrose]

This is a really cool project! You make it easy to understand.

[@ericaallen2756]

I'll never forget those first cuts. I've never related to a moment more, lol. I am AMAZED at the growth. I knew then I should have experimented with you and if I didn't start then, I'd kick myself in three years. And here we are, hahaha. I love it! Definitely one of my favorite garden journeys to watch. Now to just find a spot (and the whips) for this in my garden...

[@pamelacallaway3922]

I love how the Belgian fence is growing! It’s coming along just beautifully.

[@NitaP1569]

Wow! The espalier is Really fun. Thank you for sharing

[@TheannaTeodorovic]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this fence! It is SO beautiful and because of your videos I feel like I could do it myself! Thank you for the updates along the way! I look forward to them :)

[@SteveL2012]

The espalier is looking absolutely beautiful! It seems like just yesterday I was watching you create it. 3 years, already! Cheers, Erin!!

[@mariemcgrath8681]

I've never seen anything like this Fence, it's so beautiful.

[@CatatonicSlug]

The fence is elegant and has beautiful structure

[@peggyriordan9857]

The fence looks beautiful and the blooms...WOW! Thank you!

[@anna-marielarson4968]

I remember this from back when! Thank you for the update - it is all too inspiring. 😉

[@cherylsanatore7631]

This area, the pond, and the espalier are great!

[@karenh.7086]

Erin, you should be proud, the Belgian fence is beautiful! (even without the flowers)

[@helenpecoraro9096]

Erin I follow you constantly and love your garden ideas💕💕💕 your projects are so inspiring. Thank you for sharing. Helen

[@pamelavalente3731]

So happy to see how well all of your careful attention has paid off with your espaliered crabapple. It looks stunning. Glad to see how tickled you are by it too. 💚😊💚

[@shelleyscarborough9171]

Erin you calm my spirit. Anxiety hits when I'm gardening and thinking waaaay too much about what I'm doing and then I watch your video and your vibe just makes me step back and enjoy the process.

[@CatatonicSlug]

Your hair is so golden and gorgeous

[@juliafiore120]

Such a great video! I can’t believe that was 2 years ago. They look amazing! 😍

[@dianawilson5030]

I remember you having a G&T for liquid courage before you snipped the whips…man, that was scary biscuits.

[@littlefurrow2437]

Cant wait to see the gaps filled! 💚

[@maartendevries778]

Thanks for the update on the Belgian fence, I was really looking forward to that.

[@gwenb4531]

Wow, the fence looks awesome! I am going to watch all the vids on how you created it.

[@carolynmaccord3635]

I really appreciate your time and work with these videos! What a beautiful job.

[@amynelsongreen3243]

The Belgian fence has been such an amazing project and it looks so beautiful as it is filling in! Evidence that there’s no time like the present to get started on longer term garden projects. So rewarding and time goes faster than you think it will at the start. Thanks for the update Erin!

[@christinem7356]

Beautiful and a great use of vertical space!

[@pennylivingston148]

I used Confederate Jasmine to create my 2 Belgium Fences. They are dark, dark green and have a lovely fragrance when in bloom. I. was inspired by your Belgium Fence. Thank you.

[@letstalkgardeningwithrobin]

Love those clips. Use them all the time!

[@heidihein8662]

Love, love, love the Belgian fence!

[@newt52864]

Love when experiments work 😉

[@robertarohwer3861]

Totally gorgeous... and the growth this year! Wow!

[@judymckerrow6720]

Thanks Erin, trees are looking good.🌸💚

[@mross5170]

I love the fence !!

[@rickyt3961]

looks great. i can't believe its been 3 years; i remember that vlog.

[@lorihanby6733]

This is so beautiful!!! I love the look of it on your garden fence so you can see all the way through the openings. I think you need to challenge Laura on Garden Answer to plant one somewhere on their property. 😊

[@treelover7566]

love your espalier

[@little_blue_cloud_nehiyawuk]

It's so gorgeous! I was totally there (in YT land) when you took on this project, and it's so gratifying for me to see even though all I did was watch your video LOL. I can only imagine how it feels to you to see the progress in real life. Kudos to you, Erin! I learn so much from you. Can't wait to see Year 5!!!

[@GardenDiscovery]

Looks great. Those clips are my fave find of the year. They work great with sweet peas , because as the sweet peas attach you can unclip and use farther up. Ah, it's the little things in life 😅

[@Rougebasque]

You should be so proud of yourself! So satisfying when your vision becomes reality! Bravo!

[@joannagel4681]

Beautiful❤❤

[@dannakuhr9718]

I also think that is So COOL!

[@annettehovey6011]

I vividly remember when you planted this and your angst about chopping off the whips!! Well worth it!

[@epidgegg]

Another great video, Erin!

[@transcendingt3387]

Your espalier is gorgeous. I would want to grow them all around the garden fence. Magical. I love your pond. Do you have a video of overwintering the lotus?

[@sc00badive]

Thanks for the updates, I especially love the lotus pond.

[@kathyberndt3192]

Congratulations Erin! The trees look great. I remember when you started this project and were afraid to cut them. The gin and tonic worked 💪.

[@altheab.8907]

Pity the pond dye doesn’t come in tablet form for small water features. Your espalier is coming along nicely. I remember when you planted it. Didn’t take long to fill in. It’s something to be proud of, Erin. 🥰

[@jaynereddyhoff4050]

It looks fantastic! I planted mine in February 2021 and I've been amazed how much it's grown

[@jenniferwolford4646]

Oh my!! It all looks so beautiful Erin!! I love your garden!!

[@joannghram5832]

Looks great Erin😀

[@gerideem1350]

Looks so pretty. 3 yrs went by quick.

[@carmenbailey1560]

What a gorgeous look, love it. Thanks for sharing 👍❤️😊

[@titosrevenger]

Looks beautiful! I watched the original video. It's so cool to see how far it's come in a relatively short period of time.

[@helenevans3494]

I remember you having a gin pre planting. I felt your pain cutting the whips, but my o my arnt they fabulous now. Fab to have update.

[@AttnDefDis_]

So cool to see the fence coming along. Was there for the first vid. Royal Raindrops are great!

[@theresabrown6980]

Love your videos!

[@asianangie7209]

Looks amazing! Love the update!

[@lindis2660]

Great video!

[@denise1087]

Beautiful. I would love to have an espalier ❤

[@emkn1479]

We’ve ordered “trees” from the Arbor Day Foundation and they are most often tiny, unbranched whips. They’re helpful if you call. Might be a resource 🤷‍♀️

[@8cupsCoffee]

I thought the copper fungicide was ok to use on apple trees, I'm going to have to check it out

[@jenniferwilkerson6495]

18:40 I was also surprised to hear Erin say that you can’t use it on edible plants! As far as I can tell, and I just looked it up, it is safe for use on edible fruits and vegetables, I’m referring specifically to the Espoma brand, called Captain Jack’s Copper Fungicide. That’s what I’ve used the past few years on my fruit trees. It’s also approved for organic gardening. That espalier is stunning!! 😍

[@maryjomathews4749]

Love it.

[@ltcneedstoplan]

I love it!

[@venusgarden959]

Amazing fantastic🤘😝🤘🤘😝🤘❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@SleepyDragonGardening]

The Belgian fence is so named because it bears a resemblance to an anti-tank trap from WWII (per my historian husband) 🦋

[@angelacollins1343]

I bought some of those clips at the dollar store last week.

[@michellecjackson4956]

your espalier is inspiring. Love the pond. Are you getting any smoke from the wildfires in Canada?

[@gloriaruiz2332]

❤

[@kristinstoffel3995]

Beautiful!! How often do you water your plants?