- See also:
- Dwarf cherry3
- Semi-dwarf cherry10
- Vigorous cherry8
- Standard cherry7
PIKU 4®Semi-vigorous cherry rootstock
| Used for: | Sweet cherry |
| Developed by: | Pillnitz Research Station |
| Country of origin: | Germany |
| Introduced: | 2002 |
| Parentage: | Prunus cerasus x (Prunus nipponica x Prunus sargentii) |
PIKU 4 induces earlier fruiting of sweet cherry scions compared to ‘Mazzard’ with very good productivity.
PIKU 4 rootstock characteristics
- Species compatibilitySweet cherry
- Vigour % of standard50% - 60%
- Rootstock size classSemi-dwarf
- PrecocityPrecocious
- Support requiredTemporary support
- Cold-hardinessCold-hardy
- DeveloperPillnitz Research Station
- Country of originGermany
- Period of origin2000
Find our more about this rootstock in the 'Manual of Worldwide Temperate Zone Fruit and Nut Tree Rootstocks'.