The Grafter's Handbook

by R.J. Garner

Explains the methods for grafting plants and trees, and outlines the ways to repair and improve bad grafts

Genres: Gardening

323 pages, Paperback

First published July 19, 1979

Reviews

[Ray · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent book on grafting techniques for trees and plants. I hope to use some of the techniques i read about in this book. We had an extension class where we grafted 5 apple trees which are now planted and hopefully doing fine in their second year. The grafting onto of older trees and top working as well as sections on methods to use to save and damaged trees were very informative. The overview of possible tools, materials and machines used in grafting was quite interesting. Propagation and preparation of root stocks, compatibility and effects of different rootstock on growth was covered quite well. I would have liked more information regarding grafting of grapes but the author seems to suppose it so easy to not be bothered with it more than a few sentences ... i hope this is true as i would like to try some grape grafts. The copy at our library ( a 1958 edition) though a bit dated is a timeless work of useful information.

[devon · Rating 5 out of 5]

nothing short of phenomenal. it teaches you, from the get-go, to see your surroundings in a completely different light.

[Joy · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very dense book, full of clear diagrams. I'm not all the way through it, and would like to get a copy to keep for reference. Not an easy read, but the most useful resource on grafting that I've seen nevertheless.

[Gntmr]

i.m a reader