- Sub-categories:
- Dwarf European pear9
- Semi-dwarf European pear4
- Semi-vigorous European pear14
- Vigorous European pear5
- Standard European pear4
OHxF 97Vigorous European pear rootstock
| Used for: | European pear, Asian pear |
| Developed by: | Oregon State University |
| Country of origin: | United States |
| Parentage: | OHxF seedling |
OHxF 97 is a vigorous, semi-dwarfing pear rootstock that works well with vigorous cultivars. It is tolerant of wet soils and iron chlorosis.
OHxF 97 rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilityEuropean pear, Asian pear
- Vigour % of standard70% - 90%
- Rootstock size classVigorous
- PrecocityPrecocious
- Support requiredTemporary support
- Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
- Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 5 (-29C)
- DeveloperOregon State University
- Country of originUnited States
- Woolly aphidSome resistance
- Fire blightSome resistance
- Crown GallVery resistant
- Root suckersFew
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.