Practical Introduction to Apple Grafting

Jim Arbury has a vast knowledge and experience of fruit growing, including grafting and budding fruit trees for the RHS Garden Rosemoor's fruit collections and identifying varieties for the RHS Fruit Identification service.

You will learn the art of grafting and the theory behind the craft, with each stage demonstrated before you try the technique yourself. During the session, you will graft two apple varieties onto dwarfing rootstocks to take home and grow in your garden. You will learn about the after-care and maintenance required so that you feel confident with your new trees.

This workshop will take place in the Peter Buckley Learning Centre. Prior to the workshop, you might like to visit Rosemoor's Heritage Orchard to see the collection of Devon and Cornwall varieties growing there. These have been selected, grafted and planted at RHS Rosemoor in order to protect them from becoming extinct.   

Please bring with you:

• Your booking reference number
• A notebook and pencil to make notes
• Camera (or mobile phone for photos)
• Secateurs.

Please wear shoes with enclosed toes. All materials provided. Tea and coffee and cake included.

Tutor: Jim Arbury (RHS Fruit Specialist)