Fruit Tree Grafting Workshop

Join Dr Rod Everett at Summerhouse Community Farm on Friday 13 March from 11:00 – 13:00 to learn about tree grafting – an ancient practice that preserves varieties and propagates new fruit trees. Grafting produces a replica tree and can be used to replace an old ‘worn out’ apple or pear tree

-Hands on introduction to the basics of tree grafting.
-Learn about different rootstocks and how they influence final tree height.
– Practice!

Trees grafted will be planted around Summerhouse Community Farm. There will also be the option to take away a grafted tree for a donation too.

Tools will be provided but if you have Stanley knife or similar please bring it along if you can do so safely.

Booking is essential.