Guava tree transplant technique – grafting fruit trees #graft #courts

Guava tree transplant technique

Transplanting fruit trees is a common practice for improving fruit productivity and quality. The goyave, a delicious and popular tropical fruit, can also benefit from the transplant to obtain more resistant or productive varieties. Here is a practical guide to successfully transplanting guava tree.

Materials required:

• Goyave rootstock
• Desired variety plugin
• Well sharpened graft knife
• Grafting tape or insulating tape
• Plug-in gel (optional)

Steps of the transplant:

1. Choose a healthy and vigorous rootstock preferably one year.

2. Select a healthy, disease-free graft with buds in good condition.

3. Perform a bias cut on the rootstock and graft to obtain clean and corresponding cutting surfaces.

4. Assemble the graft onto the rootstock by ensuring that the cambiums of both sides are aligned.

5. Fix the graft in place using graft tape to ensure close contact between the two parts.

6. Apply graft gel (optional) to promote healing and protect the transplant area from infections.

7. Protect the transplant from the weather by wrapping the area with a transparent plastic bag for a few weeks.

Post-graft care:

• Water the grafted plant regularly to keep the soil moist but not wet.
• Avoid direct exposure to the sun for the first few weeks after transplantation
• Monitor any signs of rejection or infection and act quickly if necessary.

By following these steps and providing the appropriate care, you can successfully transplant a guava tree and enjoy top quality fruit. Feel free to experiment with different grafting techniques to find the one that best suits your needs and your environment.