Sharp knife or grafting tool 4. Grafting tape or rubber bands 5. Wax or grafting sealant The best time to do bark grafting is during the dormant season when the plants are not actively growing.

You will need a sharp grafting knife, a saw, grafting tape, and grafting wax. 3. Make a straight cut on the rootstock Use the saw to make a straight cut on the rootstock. The cut should be made at ...