Assess Girdling Damage
30 minIdentify rodent mower girdle extent cambium intact below above.
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Identify rodent mower girdle extent cambium intact below above.
Same cultivar pencil scions 6 inches long.
Arch scions under bark below above girdle nail seal.
Check callus growth remove failed bridges next dormant.
Industry best practices for bridge graft.
Act same season girdle — delay fails.
Rodent guards after repair.
Same cultivar scion only.