FUNDAMENTAL

Rootstock – the root system to which the cultural variety is grafted. It ensures the plant's resilience to adverse conditions and accelerates the fruiting process. Among the range of rootstocks for apple trees, dwarf, semi-dwarf, and vigorous options are available, each distinguished by specific growth traits, yield potential, and ability to withstand drought or frost.

Key rootstock varieties include B 7‑35, 62‑396, and 54‑118. B 7‑35 is known for its high drought resistance and good cold hardiness, making it suitable for regions with variable climatic conditions. Rootstock 62‑396 is distinguished by excellent yield and the ability to quickly adapt to various soil types, while 54‑118 provides balanced growth and cold resistance.

Rootstocks are used not only for accelerated plant propagation but also to improve their adaptation to low-humus soils. They allow reducing or increasing growth vigor depending on the chosen scion and enhance overall resistance to pests and diseases. Choosing the appropriate rootstock depends on specific growing conditions: soil active lime content, affinity with the scion, and required growth vigor. Thanks to these characteristics, the rootstock becomes an indispensable element when planting fruit trees, ensuring stable growth and high productivity.