Manual of Rootstocks

BP1Semi-vigorous European pear rootstock

Used for: European pear, Asian pear
Developed by: Fruit and Fruit Technology Research Institute, Stellenbosch
Country of origin: South Africa
Parentage: Pyrus communis seedling

BP 1 is a semi dwarfing rootstock recommended for vigorous and bi-color cultivars of European pears as well as Asian pears. It has no known compatibility issues.

BP1 rootstock characteristics

  • Species compatibilityEuropean pear, Asian pear
  • Vigour % of standard60% - 80%
  • Rootstock size classSemi-vigorous
  • DeveloperFruit and Fruit Technology Research Institute, Stellenbosch
  • Country of originSouth Africa
  • Fire blightVery susceptible
  • Collar rotSome resistance
  • Crown rotSome susceptibility

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

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