Successful Grafting of Yellow-Poplar ...a matter of timing
The University of Tennessee has been involved in a yellow-poplar improvement program since 1960. The State Division of Forestry joined this program in 1967. Through the joint efforts of both organizations, six grafted seed orchards have been established in Tennessee. During establishment, differences were noted in grafting success among grafting dates. Data analysis revealed that grafts made later in the spring usually had better survival rates.
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Author(s): Richard M. Evans, Eyvind Thorbjorsen
Publication: Tree Planters' Notes - Volume 22, Number 4 (1971)
Volume: 22
Number: 4