Bud 118 (Budagovsky 118) [80-85%]--- This is a very hardy apple rootstock that is gaining in popularity. Produces almost a full-sized tree (approx 80-85% of standard). It is quite precocious, bearing much earlier than EMLA 111 which it compares to. Does not require any support. Very resistant to winter frost or damage. It is still relatively new, and its susceptibility to fire blight is not well known at this time.

The Budagovsky series of apple rootstocks were developed in Russia (former Soviet Union) and are known for their winter hardiness. Most of them have reddish colored leaves which make it easier to distinguish them from the Malling rootstocks.

Apples are probably the easiest trees to propagate. Grandpa recommends "chip" budding, which is easy to learn and highly successful. Since we cannot ship these early enough in the season, we do not recommend "bench grafting". You usually can start chip budding when your scionwood is mature and buds are developed and readily and easily cut and removed from your scion stick. Usually by August in most areas.

Zone

4-8

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Rootstock for Backyard Nurserymen, 

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