- See also:
- Dwarf apple76
- Semi-dwarf apple40
- Semi-vigorous apple6
- Vigorous apple10
- Standard apple20
P.22Very-dwarf apple rootstock
| Used for: | Apple |
| Developed by: | Research Institute of Pomology and Ornamentals, Skierniewice, Poland |
| Country of origin: | Poland |
| Parentage: | M9 x Antonovka |
The major benefit of P.22 may be as an interstem piece or for home gardeners looking for very small trees.
P.22 rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilityApple
- Vigour % of standard15% - 20%
- Rootstock size classVery dwarf
- Support requiredPermanent support
- Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
- Cold hardiness (USDA)(4) -30F / -34C
- Country of originPoland
- Woolly aphidVery susceptible
- Fire blightVery susceptible
- Powdery mildewSome resistance
- ScabVery resistant
- Burr knotsFew
- Collar rotVery resistant
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.