Manual of Rootstocks

Rootstock comparison table

Rootstock Columbia Crab
Summary Columbia crab is somewhat susceptible to crown rot. It can be used as an interstem and in bridge grafting.
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Using


Columbia Crab
Species compatibility Apple
Vigour % of standard 100%
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Growing


Columbia Crab
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Climate


Columbia Crab
Cold-hardiness Cold-hardy
Cold hardiness (USDA) Zone 3 (-40C)
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Identification


Columbia Crab
Country of origin Canada
Period of origin 1850 - 1899
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Problems


Columbia Crab
Crown rot Some susceptibility
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