- Sub-categories:
- Semi-dwarf M26 class12
- Semi-dwarf M7 class8
- See also:
- Very-dwarf apple9
- Dwarf apple76
- Semi-vigorous apple6
- Vigorous apple10
- Standard apple20
M26Semi-dwarf M26 class rootstock
| Used for: | Apple |
| Developed by: | East Malling Research Station |
| Country of origin: | United Kingdom |
| Introduced: | 1959 |
| Parentage: | M16 x M9 |
M.26 rootstock varies in vigor depending on location. It is not as productive as some of the M.9 clones.
M26 rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilityApple
- Vigour % of standard40% - 55%
- Rootstock size classSemi-dwarf
- PrecocityPrecocious
- Support requiredTemporary support
- DeveloperEast Malling Research Station
- Country of originUnited Kingdom
- Period of origin1950 - 1999
- Virus toleranceSome susceptibility
- Fire blightVery susceptible
- Collar rotSome resistance, Some susceptibility
- Crown GallSome susceptibility
- Crown rotSome resistance, Some susceptibility
- Replant complexVery susceptible
- Root suckersFew
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.