CRFG held its annual grafting clinic geared for beginners and those that would like to improve their technique with hands-on guidance & support. This year’s clinic was held at the beautiful home and gardens of member Dr. Allan Bernstein. This … Continue reading
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We held our annual fruit tree grafting and potting party in the barn at the impressive orchard and gardens of member Keith Borglum. A couple dozen members rolled up their sleeves and pitched in to create over 200 fruit trees … Continue reading
We held our annual scion exchange at the Santa Rosa Veteran’s center. Hundreds of people attended this community event, collecting free scions from hundreds of varieties of fruit trees. Rootstocks were available for sale at a nominal price, and CRFG … Continue reading
A successful group effort resulted in over 200 rootstocks grafted for sale at our summer event. Trees created include heirloom apples, pears, peaches and plums. Thanks to Keith Borglum for hosting, TLC for the potted trees, and pictures; thanks to … Continue reading
CRFG Redwood again had an exhibit at the Sonoma County Seed Swap sponsored by the West County Seed Bank, OAEC, Daily Acts, Permaculture Skills Center and the Sebastopol Grange. CRFGR members donated scions which were gobbled up by attendees, and … Continue reading
We held our annual scion exchange at the Santa Rosa Veteran’s center. Hundreds of people attended this community event, collecting free scions from hundreds of varieties of fruit trees. Rootstocks were available for sale at a nominal price, and CRFG … Continue reading
CRFG-Redwood exhibited at Santa Rosa’s National Heirloom Exposition. Dubbed the “The World’s Fair of Pure Food,” it was host to over 20,000 farmers and gardeners! The expo featured over 300 vendors, including thousands of Heirloom varieties from across America. CRFG … Continue reading
CRFG Redwood Chapter held its annual Summer Plant sale and fundraiser in July at the Original Organic Farmer’s Market behind Sutter Medical Center. Dozens of varieties of rare fruit trees and plants were sold, raising almost $2,500 for further charitable … Continue reading
A Bark Grafting and Citrus grafting demonstration was held at the Summer Greenwood Scion Exchange at a member’s orchard. David Ulmer demonstrated grafting citrus with bud and cleft grafts. Ray Sheehy sent certified clean rootstock, and Dick Kirk ordered and brought many varieties … Continue reading
CRFG member volunteers gathered at Keith Borglum’s place to graft and pot up 150+ trees to be ready for the big sale fundraiser event in July. Thanks Keith for hosting and providing these pictures! … Continue reading