Winter winds can damage espaliered trees even when they're anchored to walls. Martha Stewart recently shared her method for reinforcing the columnar European hornbeams at her home, and it's surprisingly simple to replicate.

Espaliered trees are trained to grow flat against walls using trellises, creating elegant vertical displays. But strong winter gusts can damage branches or pull trees away from their supports. Stewart's crew devised a reinforcement technique using wire, screws, and bamboo stakes that adds extra security.

The method works for any espaliered or trellised tree, from hornbeams to fruit trees. Here's how to protect your trees before winter storms arrive.

Why these trees need extra support

Espaliered trees grow flat against walls using trellises or support structures, cre

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