White Oak Project
White Oak Project

Scion Material Collection

Scion Material Collection

Scion Material Collection

white oak roots grafting
White oak top grafted onto bur oak roots.

 

We need help collecting twig material (called scions) from superior trees for grafting. How can you help? Do you have...

  • Connections with local utility companies?
  • Tree and landscaping company with bucket trucks?
  • Tree climbing skills and want to help collect twig material. 
  • Woody plant grafting skills and want to help?

Contact Dr. John Lhotka if you can help with any of these needs. 

Learn more about scion collecting and grafting.

Contact Information

Laura DeWald
Tree Improvement Specialist

T.P. Cooper Bldg Lexington, KY 40546-0073

859.562.2282

Laura.DeWald@uky.edu