JULIOR ™ Ferdor

Current rootstock for peaches and nectarines for commercial orchards in Germany

Vigour

70-80% compared to peach seedling RUBIRA ™

Origin

Trial station La Grande Ferrade, Bordeaux, France, 1962

Lineage

St. Julien A von Orleans x Prunus domestica 'Pershore'

Characteristics

Medium to strong growing rootstock with an upright habit. Despite the strong growth this rootstock is very fertile and supports an early yield beginning. The trees have a very good lodging resistance.

Spacing

2-2,5 m x 3,5-4,5 m

Site

This rootstock is adjusted to many different soil and climate conditions. Also suitable for heavy and wet soils. Chlorosis can occur from a pH level of 8 or higher. A production of root suckers is possible depending on the site.

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