How to Graft

Below are image instructions on how to graft.

Step 1

A sharp knife and steady hands, your scion, and rootstock

Step 2

A diagonal cut is made on the rootstock and a matching cut on the scion wood

Step 3

Then a small back cut on each surface to help hold the pieces together

Step 4

If done properly the scion slides onto the rootstock and the edges match

Step 5

The joint is wrapped with parafilm, the scion cut an inch or so above the joint and dipped in a wax mixture

Step 6

The waxed grafted stock is kept cool and moist while waiting to be planted