The multiplication of apple trees can be achieved through both sexual and asexual methods. The former, involving seeds, results in genetic variation and is typically used for rootstock development. The latter, leveraging vegetative parts, ensures clonal propagation, maintaining desired traits from the parent tree. This article will focus primarily on the asexual methods.
Maintaining or expanding an orchard necessitates effective propagation techniques. Furthermore, successful duplication allows orchardists to preserve heirloom varieties, increase disease resistance by utilizing specific rootstocks, and control tree size for easier management and harvesting. Historically, mastering these skills has been fundamental to horticultural advancements and the spread of desired apple cultivars across geographical regions.
