Rootstock VSV 1

VSV 1 – a dwarf clonal rootstock obtained by hybridizing grey microcherry (Microcerasus incana) and woolly cherry (Cerasus tomentosa). It is specifically designed for fruit species such as plum, nectarine, and peach, providing high early fruiting and yield. When grown together with these cultures, trees reach maturity in just 12‑15 years, making the rootstock particularly valuable for commercial horticulturists.

The VSV 1 rootstock differs by its resistance to a wide range of adverse conditions: root hardiness to –14…–15 °C, good drought tolerance and chlorosis tolerance, as well as resistance to root knot. However, it poorly tolerates soil waterlogging and flooding, so the water regime of the site must be taken into account when planting.

A key feature of this rootstock is a well-developed root system, ensuring strong anchorage of trees and stable plant nutrition. Shoot propagation is carried out by rooting green cuttings in artificial mist setups with a survival rate of about 81 %. In the nursery, the rootstock does not branch, which simplifies care and increases cultivation efficiency.

As a result of using VSV 1, horticulturists get trees with high yield, early fruiting, and long-term viability, as well as resistance to climate stress. This makes the rootstock an ideal choice for modern fruit farms where both economic efficiency and environmental sustainability are important.