All Rootstocks listed below are available including virus free selections.
M9 |
Dwarfing influence; induces early cropping; resistant to collar rot; produces larger fruit; requires tree support; ripens early; susceptible to mildew and woolly aphid. |
BUD 9 & BUD 9 VF |
Slightly more vigour; resistant to collar rot; susceptible to woolly aphid; moderately resistant to mildew; limited testing; require tree support. |
M26 & M26 VF |
More vigour; provides better anchorage than M9; moderately susceptible to collar rot; support recommended; most sought after root stock in Australia. |
MM102 |
Resistant to woolly aphid; moderately susceptible to collar rot; good root anchorage. |
MM106 |
Resistant to woolly aphid; susceptible to collar rot; good root
anchorage; productive rootstock giving good fruit size. |
MM111 |
Resistant to woolly aphid; moderately resistant to collar rot; good anchorage; no support required; suitable for poorer soils or replanting. |
Two new selections of M9 are coming soon. Pear rootstock is also available.
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When selecting cultivar/rootstock combinations, consideration should given to the following:
- • Soil type
- • Proven cultivar/rootstock combinations
- • Replant situations
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All Maturity Charts are based on growing conditions in the Huon Valley, Tasmania, Australia.
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