grafting
n. uncountable C1 Advanced US //ˈɡɹæftɪŋ// UK //ɡɹˈɑːftɪŋ// graft·ing
n. the process of joining two pieces of a plant together so they grow as one. It is a common way to grow fruit trees or flowers.
n. the horticultural technique of joining a cutting from one plant to the stock of another, allowing them to grow as a single plant. Often used to propagate specific varieties or improve hardiness.
The gardener is grafting a new apple variety onto an old tree.
Successful grafting requires that the cambium layers of the scion and the rootstock are in close contact to ensure the union heals properly.
While seed propagation offers genetic diversity, commercial orchards often rely on grafting to ensure that every tree produces fruit of a consistent size, flavor, and ripening time.