What is grafting?

The principle of grafting is to join a piece of the variety to be increased - the grafting stock - to the rootstock of another, and make of them a single living unit. This new plant will have the fruiting and flowering ability of the grafting stock and the strength and growing qualities of the rootstock.

The character of the new plant will be entirely that of the grafting stock. All the rootstock supplies is vigour and nutrients; it can no more change the character of the plant.

Where do I start?

Generally, carry out grafting in spring - that is, at the end of the dormant season. Choose your grafting stocks - the stems you want to unite with new roots - only from shoots that have grown in the previous year.

Protecting the graft

An important step in ensuring your graft is successful is the use of a sealant paint to protect your graft.

Tree Stac is a specially formulated non-toxic adhesive designed to protect tree wounds in grafting.

It forms a flexible film that protects tree wounds against bacteria and weather conditions including the sun and frost.