Grafting onto 6yo avocado tree (forum)

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I rushed into buying my first avocado tree second hand and ended up with a 6 year old reed grown from seed. Was 3m tall but cut down to 2.4m twice.
Now after doing some research I know it may never fruit or fruit may take several more years and could taste average. So I attempted some grafting.
I cut 8 of the lower branches off and attempted to Graft with some scion from a friends mature/fruiting tree. He is unsure of the variety.
I left 5 original reed branches at the top of my tree in the hope they may flower and fruit one year. But I can easily cut these off if recommended.

It’s been 10 days and none of the 8 grafts have survived. We had a few heavy downpours, severe winds and some 28-30*C days in the last week or so which I guess didn’t help. I’ll be doing more to protect it from all of the elements (Melbourne weather) next time i graft.

Some of the lower existing branches are dried up or too short to graft again. Wondering if I can have another attempt by grafting direct to the main trunk that is about 30-40mm in diameter ?
Should I use a whole scion or just bud to trunk?
If I cut the bark on the main trunk and graft it in 10 different places will I risk killing the tree?
How long do you leave grafting tape on for?

Thanks


Time: 10th November 2022 9:39pm

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jakfruit etiquette says...
Usually when grafting or budding you usually need the scion to be apically dominant ie at the top of the plant so it will shoot away. You may be better to high bud or graft on the trunk and later allow an original branch to also grow. Avocado grafting videos on ytube might be a good start. It might be easier with parafilm or buddy tape so the new growth can bust thru without taking the tape off. Avocado grafts usually need to be covered to protect with a plastic bag and often brown paper bag. Many online PDFs or websites on Avocado grafting will show successful methods.

Time: 15th November 2022 8:37am

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Wodez says...
Thanks Jakfruit.

I have since tried a few grafts directly onto the trunk. Wrapped scion With glad wrap and put tree (in pot) in a more shaded and sheltered position.
Been 1 week so unsure if any have been successful yet.
If I have some success when should I in wrap the grafts reintroduce the tree to some of Melbournes spring sun?



Time: 18th November 2022 9:22pm

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