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Originally Posted by salix
Assuming one had permission, is it possible to root a cutting of the desired tree?
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As simple as it is to graft fruit trees, that is the preferred route. Generally, from plums you can dig up one of the seedling sprouts that grow around the base of plums to use as the stock, but be sure to get one that has some roots and get that started growing first. It is, in most states, it is late for grafting this year. However, in June you could bud from the desired variety onto some rooted stock. Most fruit trees other than the softer wooded varities such as fig and berries are rather difficult to root without proper atmosphere and equipment. grafting would yield a far stronger root system.