Manual of Rootstocks

ErgevarSemi-vigorous cherry rootstock

Used for: Sweet cherry, Sour cherry
Developed by: Corvinus University of Budapest Department of Fruit Growing
Country of origin: Hungary
Parentage: Mahaleb seedling

‘Egervar’ is compatible with sweet and sour cherries. ‘Egervar’ is propagated by leafy cuttings. This un-grafted ‘Mahaleb’ selection is a spur-type with medium growth vigor, precocious and productive.

Ergevar rootstock characteristics

  • Species compatibilitySweet cherry, Sour cherry
  • Vigour % of standard70% - 75%
  • Rootstock size classSemi-vigorous
  • PrecocityPrecocious
  • Country of originHungary

Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.

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