Rootstocks & growth rates
of our sweet cherries
Our standard rootstock GiSelA ® 5 is a slow-growing cherry rootstock (50–60% growth strength), ideal for compact trees 3–4 m tall. It bears fruit from the second year onwards, delivers high yields with good fruit quality, is winter hardy, stable, and compatible with many varieties. Well suited for commercial cultivation.
The classification of growth rates is based on our own experience. Variations typical of the variety, soil, and location are possible.
GiSelA ® 5 – Our standard rootstock
Further rootstocks available on request
GiSelA ® 3
WEIGI ® 2
GiSelA ® 6
GiSelA ® 13
MAXMA DELBARD ® 60
Prunus avium 'Alkavo'