Manual of Rootstocks

G.214Intermediate dwarf rootstock

Used for: Apple
Developed by: Cornell University / USDA
Country of origin: United States
Introduced: 1993
Parentage: Robusta 5 x Ottawa 3

G.214 grows a flatter and more spreading tree with good resistance levels to common pests and diseases.

G.214 rootstock characteristics

  • Species compatibilityApple
  • Vigour % of standard30% - 35%
  • Rootstock size classDwarf, Semi-dwarf
  • Support requiredTemporary support
  • Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
  • DeveloperCornell University
  • Country of originUnited States
  • Virus toleranceSome tolerance
  • Woolly aphidVery resistant
  • Fire blightVery resistant
  • Burr knotsFew
  • Collar rotSome resistance
  • Crown GallVery resistant
  • Crown rotSome resistance
  • Root suckersFew

Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.

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