A multi-grafted tree designed to produce several distinct varieties of fruit on a single rootstock. Orchardists and nurserymen create these by splicing scions from different cultivars onto the main branches of a host tree. This technique maximizes yield diversity in small spaces and can solve pollination issues by ensuring a cross-pollinator is built directly into the canopy.
Heard on the job
I just finished grafting a family tree with Granny Smith, Fuji, and Gala so the customer gets three apples from one trunk.
Also heard as
- multi-grafted tree
- fruit salad tree