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- Refining your own plum tree: That's how it works
- Three golden advantages
- Different methods:
- Copulation: Easy and safe refining
- Important:
- Scion:
- Procedure:
- Attention risk of infection:
- Note:
- Tips & Tricks
Refining your own plum tree: That's how it works
Early article Typical pests of the plum tree Next article Propagate the own plum tree from shootsHobby gardeners and experts expand the pleasurable properties of plums by refining. We offer an overview of the main advantages as well as the procedure of a method. Get a practical guide.
Three golden advantages
When refining, the combination of different varieties brings significant advantages:
In addition, new plum varieties are created during this process. These also alter essential properties of the fruits.
Different methods:
Copulation: Easy and safe refining
This popular method takes place during the vegetation break in late winter. However, it is only used when the scion and the base are similar in size: at least finger thick. Furthermore, both should be botanically related.
Important:
For this purpose you need a sharp Kopuliermesser. Regular regrinding is recommended. In addition, a long blade is beneficial.
Scion:
Procedure:
In the next step, connect both pieces of "bark on bark". It is recommended to use PE foil or raffia.
Attention risk of infection:
Avoid touching the interface, because the tree can get sick this way.
After about three weeks, the finishing is completed. Both parts grew together. The withered petiole dissolves easily. They remove the connecting band.
Note:
If leaves or side shoots grow after finishing on the base, they must be removed immediately. If the petiole does not fall off, this can be an indication that the copulation was not successful.
Tips & Tricks
The specialized trade offers refined varieties. These already delight in the first year with a rich harvest. Only unprocessed plums are suitable for the propagation.
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