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["Dean Kreutzer" <deankreutzer@hotmail.com>]

> 2. How can I prolong the viability of scions? (In case I have to get scions 
> thru mail)

Take all the leaves off, leaving the stem attached to the stick.  I have 
also used wilt-pruf to help keep the moisture loss to a minimum.

> 3. Can I use the insulation tape? or the rubber bands put together?

I use parafilm tape, with rubber bands overtop, leaving the T-bud exposed.  
Usually after about 10 days, depending on the heat, I remove the rubber 
bands.  The rubber bands are to ensure that the bud stays in place to callus 
properly.

> 4. Any other specific things I have to look for?

I usually T-bud on the north side of the branch, no need for the sun beating 
down on the bud.  I water the plant that I am taking the budwood from the 
night before, then cut the budwood early in the morning.

I am certainly not an expert at T-budding, but this is the procedure I 
follow.

Dean Kreutzer
Regina, Saskatchewan Canada
USDA zone 3

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