2 Pieces Grafting Tape, 100m x 3cm Self-Adhesive Nursery Grafting Tape Biodegradable Stretchable Film Tape for Plant Repair, Grafting Trees, Fruit, Flowers, Vegetables, Clear-RAPANDA

General Description

Grafting tape is an essential tool for gardeners and horticulturists, ideal for budding and grafting plants. This biodegradable, self-adhesive tape is designed to facilitate the grafting process, while being environmentally friendly.

Technical specifications

• Width: 3 cm (1.2 inches)
• Length: approximately 100 m (328 feet)
• Material: polyethylene, non-toxic and biodegradable

Use

To make a graft, follow these steps:

• Select a good scion and cut it (wipe the grafting knife with alcohol for better hygiene).
• Make sure the cambium layer is in good contact with the rootstock.
• Apply the grafting tape to the grafting area, overlapping 3 to 4 times.
• Cover the grafting area with a bag made of transparent plastic.In case of direct sunlight, use a brown paper lunch bag to protect the graft.
• After 3 weeks, if the scion still appears greenish, expect to see a new bud emerge in 4 to 8 weeks, depending on the temperature.

Other Information

• Grafting films are elastic and stretch as the plants grow.
• Grafting tapes provide a good seal, preventing plant wound infections and increasing seedling survival rates.
• The transparent material allows high light transmittance, promoting wound healing.