- See also:
- Semi-dwarf M7 class8
G.222Semi-dwarf M26 class rootstock
Used for: | Apple |
Developed by: | Cornell University / USDA |
Country of origin: | United States |
Parentage: | Robusta 5 x M27 |
G.222 rootstock is similar to M.9 in productivity, in vigor to M.7 but with greater precocity and productivity.
G.222 rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilityApple
- Vigour % of standard45% - 55%
- Rootstock size classDwarf, Semi-dwarf
- PrecocityPrecocious
- Support requiredTemporary support
- Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
- DeveloperCornell University
- Country of originUnited States
- Woolly aphidVery resistant
- Fire blightVery resistant
- Burr knotsFew
- Collar rotSome resistance
- Crown rotSome resistance
- Replant complexSome susceptibility
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.