Better rootstocks for apple trees

Mailing Merton rootstocks have given the best results in ten years\u27 trials with apple rootstocks on Stoneville Research Station and on growers\u27 properties. THE type of rootstock used imparts important characteristics to an apple tree. Tree size and stability, cropping characteristics, susceptibility to soil-borne pests and diseases and, to some extent, fruit quality are all affected by the choice of rootstock