Rootstock, Apple, Budagovski 9
Dwarf Rootstock for Cold Zones
Rootstock, Apple, Budagovski 9 - Bare Root / 3/8" caliper is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Apple Rootstock: Budagovski 9 (B.9)
B.9 is a dwarfing apple rootstock offering excellent disease resistance, early bearing, and cold tolerance. It produces trees about 30-40% the size of standard - ideal for high-density plantings, backyard orchards, or intensive food forest design.
Key Characteristics
- Dwarf tree size (35-40% of standard) - Trees grow to around 8-10 ft tall; ideal for small spaces and easy harvesting.
- Early fruit production - Encourages precocious bearing, often within 2-3 years after grafting.
- Cold hardy for northern growers - Developed for extreme winters; suitable for USDA zone 3 and up.
- Excellent disease resistance - Resists fire blight, collar rot, and root rots - ideal for organic and IPM systems.
- Requires permanent support - Shallow roots need staking or trellising for life of tree.
Product Details
- Tree Size at Maturity: 35-40% of standard (dwarf)
- Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained
- Compatible With: Most apple cultivars
- Resistance: Fire blight, root rot, collar rot
- Support Needed: Yes (permanent stake/trellis)
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8
B.9 is a smart choice for northern orchards or gardeners wanting compact trees with big disease resistance and early fruit.
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Soil RequirementsMedium, Medium-Wet, Medium-Dry
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USDA Hardiness ZonesZone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
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