Preserving the desired properties of a proven apple tree
As for the pollination If an apple tree requires pollen from another tree, each core also contains the genetic information of two different parent plants. To contrast the properties of a particular tree on a young one Sapling to be able to transfer is that Graft a so-called noble leaf on a suitable growth base is necessary. As a base for an apple tree, growth bases such as:
- the M9, which is often recognizable by a thickening on the trunk
- the popular M27 in commercial cultivation
- privately used seedlings from kernels
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Desired properties of a rootstock for the apple tree
The sense in using a rootstock as a root and trunk system for a noble twig is on the one hand to multiply a proven tree without changing the genetic properties. However, modern growing documents for apple trees also have changed requirements for that invoice: Rootstocks like M9 tend to grow rather weakly, which means a limited
Height growth and thus a relief of the harvest is achieved. Nevertheless, apple rootstocks have a relatively strong root growth in order to also be able to cope with strongly fruiting varieties water and to be able to supply nutrients.Attach a spider leaf to a pad yourself
In order to use a self-grown apple seedling as a base for an apple tree despite its rather unpredictable growth properties, the Treetop be separated from the actual trunk below their branch point. Depending on the technique used, either a scion or a bud of the desired apple variety is placed on the stem, which is cut off at an angle, depending on the technique used copulated. The affected area is then protected from external influences with a suitable wound closure agent for plants, as otherwise there is a risk Diseases or Fungal attack consists.
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Seedlings raised from the kernels carry the genetic makeup of two apple trees and are therefore rather unpredictable in their growth. Nevertheless, they can be used in the hobby garden as a base for the noble branches of an apple crop.
