Rooting Plum Tree Cuttings
Last winter, we took some plum tree cuttings that are normally propagated by grafting and tried to root them like we do with Figs, Grapes, or Mulberries. We had a very low success rate, but we did have one Methley Plum make it! If we have extra cuttings after pruning season in the future, we may just stick some in the ground to see if they'll grow into trees.
How do I start growing my own fruit trees?
Plums, Apples, Pears and other fruit trees can be inexpensive to acquire and grow. By grafting scionwood from known varieties to existing fruit trees of the same ype, you can increase your collection without spending a fortune on new fruit trees at nurseries. We have many different varieties of fruit tree scionwood to choose from. Here are a few...
