172 Fruit-growing in Arid Regions 



budders miss the little handle in inserting the bud. The 

 first few buds at the base of the stick are generally poorly 

 developed and should be discarded, while those near the 

 tip are too immature to be used. As a rule, not over 

 half of the new growth cut in early September will carry 

 buds suitable for budding. The sticks should be carried 

 in a damp cloth to avoid drying out. 



