The WVU Extension Master Gardeners of Morgan County will be having an apple tree grafting class May 6 from 10a-3p. The cost is $10 for the first tree, $5 for each additional tree grafted. There will be over 70 different varieties of apples and 2 different rootstocks to choose from. The rootstock will be M111 and M7. It will take place at the Board of Education, 247 Harrison Ave, Berkeley Springs, West Virginia.Registration is encouraged by calling 304-258-8400 with the number of trees you would like to graft. Payment is due the day of the class.
The class will be taught by Dr. Mira Danilovich of WV University.
There are a limited number of grafting knives and pruners, so bring your own if possible.
As this is a long class, bring yourself a lunch, and a snack to share. Bottled water will be provided.