LESSON I 



For Grafting-Cloth: Melt four parts of 

 unbleached resin and one part of beef tallow 

 over a slow fire. Spread this evenly over 

 cotton cloth with a brush or stick. Tack 

 the cloth to a board or box, which 

 should be warm. When cool, roll 

 up and keep in a cool moist place 

 until needed. 



For Scions: Cut the ends of branches 

 or twigs of desired varieties. Cut off only 

 wood of the previous summer's growth. 

 Label carefully and place (lying flat) in 

 sand or moss and store in a cool moist 

 place. Scions can be cut any time, when 

 not frozen, after the leaves fall in autumn 

 until the first of April. 



For Grafting-Wax: Melt together four 

 parts of unbleached resin, two parts of 

 beeswax and one part of beef tallow over a 

 slow fire. When thoroughly melted, cool 

 slightly and pour into cold water. Work 

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