Grape vines are usually trained to wires similar to espaliered fruit trees. The training can be on two wires fixed to heavy posts at approximately 2 and 4 feet from the ground or on over- head arbors. Grapes can be grown in large containers and pruned to the Head system as an interesting, but low yielding, activity. Severe pruning is required to maintain appropriate size and vigor. The vine that is removed can be useful for propagation or for crafts projects such as wreaths and baskets.
Fruit production is a long-term and time consuming activity.
Fruit trees will produce for many years if properly maintained. Woody material needs to be heavily pruned to keep the growth within dimensions suitable for a physically disabled gardener. The first few years of training of the plant material are the hardest as the tree acquires its permanent structure. Later, pruning is done just to keep the growth back. Diseases and insects must be monitored in order to keep the plants healthy and fruit quality high.