Rootstock comparison table
Rootstock | St. Julien A |
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Summary | St. Julien A is compatible with all varieties of plums, peaches, nectarines and most apricots. Some say it is not a choice rootstock for apricots. Semi-dwarf rootstock for cold areas with fluctuating spring temperatures. |
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Using
St. Julien A | |
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Species compatibility | Japanese plum Mirabelle European plum Damson Peach |
Vigour % of standard | 75% |
Growing
St. Julien A | |
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Rootstock size class | Semi-vigorous |
Precocity | Precocious |
Support required | Free-standing |
Climate
St. Julien A | |
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Cold-hardiness | Cold-hardy |
Identification
St. Julien A | |
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Developer | East Malling Research Station |
Country of origin | United Kingdom |
Problems
St. Julien A | |
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Phytophthora | Some resistance |
Bacterial canker | Some resistance |
Root knot nematode | Very susceptible |
PTSL | Very susceptible |
Crown Gall | Some resistance |
Root suckers | Some |