Apple Tree Grafting Class 101: presented by Farmer David Hughes of Rock Bridge Trees will be offered on Saturday, March 22, 2025 and Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm at Rock Bridge Tree Nursery located at 199 Dry Fork Creek Road, Bethpage, TN 37022.
Learn about the mysterious art of grafting trees from our resident grafting expert, Farmer David Hughes. Farmer Dave will discuss the basic biology and physiology of grafting. He will go over the tools used in grafting apple trees and the correct process of sharpening your grafting knives. Before grafting your own apple tree to take home, Farmer Dave will cover different types of grafting and demonstrate some of those techniques. Once the class is completed, we will offer a tour of Rock Bridge Trees Nursery and Pecan Orchard (if weather permits).
Things to know…
- Check-in begins at 12:30pm CST
- Each registered attendee will receive access to 1 of 15 seats per class, use of our grafting tools and supplies, and one apple tree (grafted by the attendee) to take home.
- Since grafting involves the use of knives, each registered attendee must be at least 18 years of age or have their parent or guardian present. In addition, all attendees (or their parent/guardian) must sign a liability waiver.
- This class is taught rain/or shine as it will be held inside a greenhouse, so be sure to dress accordingly. The greenhouse will be modestly heated but the outside temperatures will not be, so please dress appropriately and wear layers if needed.
- If you have any questions, please do not hestiate to contact us via phone (615-841-3664) or email (rockbridgetrees@gmail.com)
