Simon, which rootstock is easier to graft these with success, the M Californica or M Cerifera?
I have been grafting on the M Californica only but not on Cerifera.
Both M Californica and Cerifera take grafts equally well for me. Both rootstocks grow vigorously and can push the grafted Yangmei scions to grow rapidly. I did encounter some issues with some of my Yangmei on Californica rootstocks. Some of my plants were growing rapidly and then started drying up all of a sudden. I have been experimenting with various products and believe I have resolved the issue.
I’m currently using Californica, Cerifera, Rubra as rootstocks and Pennsylvanica is next on the list.
I’m very interested to hear if rootstocks influence fruit quality, especially the Brix.
Simon