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GRAFTING FOR ALL REASONS

iven the few prerequisites for a successful graft, and grafting’s long history (dating back to 1000 B.C. in China), it’s no wonder there are many ways to join scions to rootstocks. Described below are three easy grafts I’ve used. The ideal time for these grafts is in spring, just as plants are awakening. Scions are best cut ahead of time so that they’re still

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