| How To Graft Tomato Plants: A Guide for the Backyard Gardener Contributor(s): Reed, Telma (Author), Reed, Nathan (Author) |
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ISBN: 1495233103 ISBN-13: 9781495233104 Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform OUR PRICE: $5.65 Product Type: Paperback Published: February 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Gardening | Techniques |
| Physical Information: 0.08" H x 8.5" W x 11.02" (0.25 lbs) 38 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: How To Graft Tomato Plants demystifies grafting tomato plants for the home gardener. Grafted tomato plants have proven to be an effective technique to combat soil borne diseases, increase both fruit production and plant vigor. Grafted tomato plants can extend harvest, increase tolerance to heat and cold, and reduce the use of chemicals to fight root borne disease. Included in this easy-to-follow guide are the critical steps for successful grafting, the essential factors for choosing rootstock, and the importance of a germination test. You will learn a grafting technique, and how to simplify the healing chamber. Instructions for planting and caring for your successful grafted tomato plants is also included. With patience and practice, the guidelines in this book will assist gardeners everywhere to graft tomatoes and enjoy the benefits of beautiful, vigorous tomato plants all season long in the garden. |