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[Lucky Pittman <lucky.pittman@murraystate.edu>]

At 07:14 PM 10/31/2007, Jerry wrote:

> I never use the terminal but when
> grafting persimmon either. Cut if off! I haven't kept accurate records
> but remember the success rate using terminal buds seems to be lower. I
> also have started using just one, no more than two side buds. Too many
> often produce more of a bush than a central leader tree.

Agreed.  I usually put on a 2-bud scion, which typically grows
nicely, but in the past, when I've had some varieties in very short
supply, I've budded 1-bud pieces - which usually 'take', but often result
in a really pronounced 'dogleg' in the shape of the trunk, which takes
years to diminish in prominence.

Lucky