Which root stock is best?

Which root stock is best?

Apples come on range of rootstocks, identified by a number preceded by M or MM. MM106 is best for a mini-orchard, as trees reach just 3.5m wide, so can be planted closely. Choose M9 rootstock for a small apple tree about 2.5m tall. M26 is ideal for espaliers and cordons.

Which is best apple rootstock?

M25. M25 is the most vigorous apple rootstock. It produces a “standard” apple tree of up to 6m height after 10 years or so in good conditions, and is the best choice for old-fashioned traditional orchards, as well as locations with poor soils.

What is rootstock M9?

The Malus domestica M9 rootstock is the most planted rootstock and commonly used rootstock in high density fruit production worldwide. The best known type of the M9 is the T337 (M9 T337) selection. The majority of the rootstock production from Fruit tree nursery J.

What does M26 rootstock mean?

semi dwarfing rootstock
M26 is a semi dwarfing rootstock, producing a tree 2.5-3.5m (8-10ft) at maturity. The size is suited to smaller gardens, but like M9, the M26 rootstocks do not have a strong root system and require permanent support. We think that M9 is best for cordons, while MM106 is better for any larger sizes.

What is M26 root stock?

M26 is a semi dwarfing rootstock, producing a tree 2.5-3.5m (8-10ft) at maturity. The size is suited to smaller gardens, but like M9, the M26 rootstocks do not have a strong root system and require permanent support. We think that M9 is best for cordons, while MM106 is better for any larger sizes.

What is dwarf root stock?

In top fruit trees, a rootstock with weak growth, which conveys this weakness to the scion so that the resulting tree is small and fruitful when mature.

Can you buy root stock?

We are able to offer apple, pear and plum rootstocks for sale for grafting in February & March, or for planting out before grafting at a later stage. They are now available to order.

Can you use any rootstock for grafting?

Rootstock Information The scion and rootstock must be of closely related plant species in order for the graft to work. For example, in fruit trees, pitted fruit like cherry and plum can be rootstock and scion for each other, but an apple tree cannot be used as rootstock for a plum scion and vice versa.

What is B9 rootstock?

Also known as B9, Bud. This dwarfing rootstock produces trees that are roughly the size of those on M.9, but it was bred for the winter weather of central Russia and is very cold hardy. Its red leaves and wood make it easy to spot graft failures in the nursery.

Is M7 Apple roostock Hardy?

M7 Apple Roostock – EMLA 7. M7 Apple Rootstock dwarfs trees to 65% of standard height, but can be kept smaller with summer pruning. Trees are well anchored, widely adapted, and winter hardy. Resistant to fireblight, powdery mildew, and root collar rot.

What is m9-337 rootstock?

Resistant to collar rot and adaptable to a wide range of soils, the exception being light, sandy soils, M9-337 induces early cropping with large fruit size. A widely-planted rootstock in high-density orchards.

Is m9-pajam 2 a good rootstock to use?

This rootstock requires support and supplemental irrigation is recommended. Slightly more vigorous and productive than M9-337, M9-Pajam 2 is precocious and promotes large fruit size. This rootstock requires support and supplemental irrigation is recommended.

What is the best rootstock for apple trees?

M7 Apple Rootstock – EMLA 7 dwarfs trees to 65% of standard height, but can be kept smaller with summer pruning. Trees are well anchored, widely adapted, and winter hardy. Resistant to fireblight, powdery mildew, and root collar rot.