- See also:
- Very-dwarf apple9
- Dwarf apple76
- Semi-dwarf apple40
- Semi-vigorous apple6
- Standard apple20
MM109Vigorous apple rootstock
| Used for: | Apple |
| Developed by: | East Malling Research Center and John Innes Institute |
| Country of origin: | United Kingdom |
| Parentage: | M2 x Northern Spy |
Despite MM.109's tendency to lean, it has been found to tolerate low to medium soil fertility in warmer places such as South Africa.
MM109 rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilityApple
- Vigour % of standard70% - 105%
- Rootstock size classVigorous
- PrecocityPrecocious
- Support requiredTemporary support, Permanent support
- Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
- DeveloperJohn Innes Horticultural Institute, East Malling Research Station
- Country of originUnited Kingdom
- Woolly aphidSome resistance
- Collar rotSome susceptibility
- Replant complexSome tolerance
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.