Hizela 12.1

A New Standard in Intensive Orcharding: 'Gizela 12.1' Rootstock

The 2025 registration of the 'Gizela 12.1' variety marks a significant milestone for the Ukrainian commercial fruit industry. Introduced by STOV 'ENOHRAI', this rootstock is designed for high-yield cherry orchards. Unlike traditional vigorous rootstocks, 'Gizela 12.1' offers growers a balance between tree vigor and canopy management, which is essential for modern intensive cultivation techniques.

Adaptability and Breeding Features

The variety is officially zoned for all major agro-climatic regions of Ukraine: the Steppe, Forest-Steppe, and Polissya. This wide range of application confirms the rootstock's high plasticity to various soil types and temperature regimes. Trees grafted on this rootstock exhibit an upright habit and moderate branching, which simplifies crown formation and reduces pruning labor.

Technical Specifications and Morphology

• Vigor: The tree possesses strong growth energy while maintaining the compactness required for high-density planting.
• Biological Traits: Young shoots show moderate anthocyanin coloration and pubescence. The leaf blade is of medium size with characteristic greenish-yellow nectaries.
• Flowering and Fruiting: The variety is characterized by a late start to flowering, helping to avoid late spring frosts. Fruits produced on trees with this rootstock are medium-sized with dark red skin and cream-colored flesh with low acidity.

'Gizela 12.1' is the choice for professionals seeking predictable results. With balanced sugar content and juiciness, this rootstock ensures stable harvest quality that meets modern market demands.