Mar 21, 2011
Marcotting I
Marcotting or air layering is used in our farm to propagate fruit trees such as limau nipis, limau purut and lemon. We also use it to increase the numbers of any endangered tree we come across. Matured lemon tree from marcotting We have high success rates with the following method: Have a clean cut on the chosen branch from the side of the tree facing the morning sun Dusting with rooting powder helps speed up the process Wrap with areca nut fiber that has been pre-soaked for an hour or so with boiled water Wrap well with cling wrap...