Last spring, when I was grafting fruit trees, I had some leftover scions that I didn't use immediately. Instead of discarding them, I buried them in the shade under the soil. By mid-June, I suddenly remembered about them. At that time, the branches and leaves were already lush, and some young fruits had started to form. I realized these scions weren't suitable for grafting anymore. So I soaked them in clean water for 10 hours, then prepared them on a sharp anvil and a Shandian anvil. I removed any sprouts that had started to grow and carefully placed them back into the ground. To my surprise, all of them survived.
The following year, I repeated the same experiment between late June and early July, and the survival rate remained very high. This test proved that summer is not a bad time for grafting fruit trees, which contradicts some traditional beliefs.
To achieve a high survival rate, the key method is to cut the rootstock at a smooth spot and make vertical cuts. The depth should be adjusted based on the thickness of the rootstock. Then, prepare the scion by making a matching cut. Insert it into the vertical opening, align the cambium layers, and ensure no more than one millimeter of white tissue is exposed. Apply a thin layer of yellow paste to keep the graft moist, then wrap it tightly with a plastic strip. It's best to leave two strong shoots on the scion, and don’t forget to seal the top cut with beeswax.
During the summer, it’s important to store the scions in a cool place and avoid letting them germinate during storage. Before grafting, soak the scions in clean water for 10 to 24 hours to rehydrate them and improve their chances of survival. This careful preparation helps ensure successful grafting even in warmer months.
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