Getting Grafts to Take...or Why Grafts Don't Take... or 1000 Excuses for a Poor Result

摘要

I have been involved "hands on" in grafting for some 30 years. During this time I have experienced monumental success and failure — sometimes both within a few weeks. Nobody likes a poor take rate. Obviously there is more to grafting success than howan individual holds their knife, but sometimes it's easier for a nursery manager to blame the grafter than look closer at their production processes. Simple things can make a big difference. Since my livelihood is dependent on grafting success, I have observed what can go wrong with grafting as a way to assist growers in getting the best result. I am happy to share these clues.