Grafting Course

Join us for a practical, hands-on introduction to the art of grafting, led by our Head Nurseryman David Morrice. With a lifetime in horticulture, David worked for much of his career at the renowned East Malling Research Station before joining our nursery, where he has overseen grafting for more years than he would like to admit to!

Each year we graft thousands of trees, and David has shared his knowledge with countless students – including leading grafting courses at Brogdale.

This course is designed to give you both the theory and the confidence to try grafting yourself. You’ll learn:

• How to identify the best graft wood and where to take it from the tree
• The history and purpose of grafting, and why it’s still vital today
• The dos and don’ts of successful grafting
• Rootstock compatibility and choosing the right combinations
• How to make the perfect grafting cut
• Hands-on practice with apple varieties, guided by David

Each participant will graft their own apple tree during the course, which we will grow on in the nursery until autumn for you to collect. David will also guide you through the next steps of caring for your tree.

Details

Dates: Saturday 28th February or Saturday 18th March

Time: 10am – 1pm

Cost: £80 per person (including your grafted tree) or £150 per couple

Small groups to ensure personal guidance

Tea, coffee, and refreshments included

Please note: Participants will be asked to sign a disclaimer acknowledging the risks involved with grafting.

Please dress appropriately as part of the workshop will be outside.

Bring your own grafting knife and secateurs.

Let us know of any dietary requirements when booking.

Private sessions for small groups can also be arranged – please contact us for more details.