Question

grafting techniques
grafting is an art that requires joining the scion and the stock so their vascular cambium layers
align perfectly. below are four common methods.
word bank: bark, cleft, saddle, whip-and-tongue

1. the ______ graft is best for thick rootstocks where the scion is inserted into a split in the

stock.

1. use a ______ graft when the bark is slipping; scions are placed directly under the bark of

the stock.

1. the ______ graft uses interlocking cuts to provide a strong union and is ideal for stems of

the same size.

1. in a ______ graft, the scion is shaped like a wedge and fits into a split in the stock.

Explanation:

1. For the first blank, "Cleft" Graft is used for thick rootstocks with a split in the stock.
2. For the second blank, "Bark" Graft is used when bark is slipping and scions go under the bark.
3. For the third blank, "Whip - and - Tongue" Graft uses interlocking cuts for stems of same size.
4. For the fourth blank, "Saddle" Graft has a scion shaped like a wedge fitting into a split.

Answer:

1. Cleft
2. Bark
3. Whip - and - Tongue
4. Saddle