There is currently a wide variety of rootstocks for Cherry. Among cherry patterns are varieties of cherry (Prunus Avium), Guindo (Prunus Cerasus), Japanese plum (Prunus Cerasifera), crossings hybrids interspecific (between different species) and other crosses.
Different nurseries and research centers are in charge of the search for new cherry tree rootstocks. At present, the sector demands rootstocks of greater profitability and better adaptation of growing conditions.
Colt, Santa Lucia 64 (SL-64), Marilan (Mariana-Adara), Maxma 14, Gisela 5 , Gisela 6.
Pontaris® Fercadeu, Monrepos®, Pontavium® Fercahun, Pontaleb® Ferci (SL 405), Tabel®Edabriz, CAB 6P, Piku 1, Piku 3, Ceravium® PHL-A, GiSelA® 3, GiSelA® 12, Mahaleb, Krymsk 5, Krymsk 6.
The genetic origin of the Colt rootstock is a hybrid crossover made between Prunus Avium and Prunus Pseudocerasus. The breeder of the Colt pattern is East Malling (England) and was registered in 1981. Due to its age, the pattern for cherry Colt does not require authorization for multiplication. The Colt rootstock is currently very popular … Read moreColt rootstock
Maxma 14 is a American Graft Holder obtained by Lyle Brooks in Oregon (Forest Grove Nursery University). The Maxma rootstock 14 is an interspecific hybrid obtained by the crossing between Prunus Mahaleb and Merisier (Prunus Avium). Although it was obtained in United States, the Maxma 14 rootstock was infected with virus and was discarded due to … Read moreMaxma 14 rootstock (Maxma Delbard® 14)
The Marilan rootstock is commonly used for cherry tree plantations in soils where root asphyxiation does not allow the use of other patterns. The Marilan pattern results from the combination of the Mariana and Adara patterns, if you continue reading, you will discover the reason for this successful combination and its main features. Plum Rootstock … Read moreMarilan (Marianna 2624 + Adara) rootstock
The Saint Lucie 64 (SL-64) rootstock allows medium density plantations, improving the precocity and productivity of the frank pattern. You need drained soils Saint Lucie GF 64 or Santa Lucia 64, also known by the abbreviation SL 64 or SL-64. SL 64 is a clonal selection of Prunus Mahaleb. The word Mahaleb has its origin … Read moreSaint Lucie (SL 64)
Gisela 6, supports medium density plantations 450-550 trees / ha. Medium vigor, Gisela®6, begins to produce in 2-3 years, reaches full production on 5 In this article we will present the most representative characteristics of the Gisela 6 rootstock. Gisela 6 is a variety of acid cherry (wild cherry) obtained by Doctor Gruppe in Giessen … Read moreGisela 6 rootstock
In this article we will present the most representative characteristics of the Gisela 5 rootstock. Introduction to the characteristics of the rootstocks Before planting on a particular pattern or rootstock, we must ensure multiple aspects. The first thing is to find compatible patterns with the variety that we want to plant, an aspect that cherry … Read moreGisela 5 rootstock