If you’ve ever shopped for a fruit tree, you might have noticed the term ‘rootstock’ floating around – but what are rootstocks, exactly?Well, it’s about time we demystified them, because they’re ...
Phytophthora cactorum was identified as the causal agent of crown and root rot of apple varieties grafted onto MM. 106 rootstock in the orchards of Fars province, Iran. In a survey conducted in 2012, ...
This botanic garden is determined to bring back the American chestnut tree and heirloom apples that taste like those grown 500 years ago. It won’t be easy. By Margaret Roach “Explore what’s in bloom ...
HOOD RIVER, Ore. — The U.S. pear industry wants to transition to high-density orchards and is looking for dwarfing rootstock that results in trees that are easy to manage, produce early and can handle ...