Period of Grafting the Apricot Plant

The apricot tree, with its juicy fruits and its flowering that heralds the arrival of summer, is considered as one of the most popular plants, capable of giving life to particularly tasty fruits. Since the Second World War, Vivai Spinelli has been involved in the sale of plants capable of satisfying any type of need: in fact, thanks to its long expertise in the sector, we offer our customers numerous varieties of apricot plants suitable for different microclimates, ensuring gradual maturation and optimal resistance. In this regard, grafting, an indispensable agricultural technique to promote the formation of fruits, is essential for the success of cultivation, and for this reason, the professionals of Vivai Spinelli take care of every detail to ensure that the plants can give their precious fruits season after season.

What is the best time for apricot grafting

The success of an apricot graft is based on the careful choice of the period. Generally, grafting should be carried out when the plant is in a vegetative rest, which corresponds to the end of winter or the beginning of spring. This period, between February and April, is ideal as the awakening of the sap favors the rooting of the graft. The climate greatly influences grafting: this is why the apricot prefers a temperate climate; however, thanks to the innovative methods of Vivai Spinelli, it is possible to obtain varieties that are also adapted to less conventional conditions. Well-drained, fertile and calcareous-rich soil, with a good level of sun exposure, is the ideal habitat for this plant.

Types of apricot graft

The apricot tree is a kind of fruiting tree that lends itself well to grafting techniques such as split or budding. In the split grafting method, scions are used, i.e. portions of branches with buds, which are inserted into a crack made on the trunk of the previously pruned rootstock. The trunk is cut perpendicular to the ground up to a certain height. The scions are inserted into the slit made, which are then fixed in place with raffia thread. To promote healing and prevent infection, mastic is applied to the incisions of the slit.

Bud grafting, on the other hand, requires inserting a bud without a branch, equipped only with leaf petioles, inside a T-shaped incision made on the strongest branch of the rootstock. This type of grafting is delicate and needs precision to ensure that the bud welds properly with the rootstock, resulting in new growth.

The apricot tree is not just a summer fruit, but a passion cultivated with dedication by the professionals of Vivai Spinelli. Whether you are an expert farmer or an enthusiast, turning to Vivai Spinelli means not only choosing the best varieties of apricot, but also taking advantage of the best advice on grafting and plant care. The apricot grafting period is crucial for a generous harvest and the professionals of Vivai Spinelli are your point of reference for a successful, resistant and productive cultivation in any climatic condition. To discover all the varieties of apricot available, visit the corresponding category and buy the variety of apricot that best meets your needs.