Commercial Fruit and Nuts
What method should be used to graft pecans?
The four-flap graft is the primary method used for spring grafting. Also called the "banana" graft, this technique is suited to propagation of small seedling pecan trees and branches of larger trees. Optimum rootstock size for grafting is 3/8 to 5/8 inch diameter. The graft works best if the graftwood and rootstock are the same size.
You may begin grafting when the bark slips freely. Normally, this is mid-April and early May at the beginning of spring growth. Consider carefully the varieties of pecans adapted to your area in the selection of graftwood. You will accomplish little by propagating a variety which is not suited to your locality and purpose.
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