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Definition of plate budding

: plant budding in which a rectangular scion with bud is inserted under a longitudinal flap of bark on the stock in such a manner as to cover the exposed wood on the stock

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“Plate budding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/plate%20budding. Accessed 22 May. 2022.

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