- See also:
- Very-dwarf apple9
- Dwarf apple76
- Semi-dwarf apple40
- Semi-vigorous apple6
- Vigorous apple10
DomesticaStandard apple rootstock
| Used for: | Apple |
| Country of origin: | United States |
Domestica is slow to bear, is disease susceptible and grows up to 40 feet.
Domestica rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilityApple
- Vigour % of standard100%
- Rootstock size classStandard
- PrecocitySlow to start bearing
- Support requiredFree-standing
- Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
- Cold hardiness (USDA)(5) -20F / -29C
- Country of originUnited States
- Period of origin1850 - 1899
- Burr knotsFew
- Crown rotSome resistance
- Root suckersMany
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.