Semi-vigorous
75% of a seedling tree
HP recommended
MM-106
Malling-Merton 106 · एमएम-106
About MM-106
MM-106 is a widely used semi-vigorous rootstock in Himachal Pradesh. It offers good woolly aphid resistance but is highly susceptible to collar rot. Best suited for well-drained soils.
Tree size
Semi-vigorous — 75% of a seedling tree
DwarfSemiVigorous
Planting
Trees
324–445
trees per acre
Spacing (row × tree)4.5 m × 2 m
First cropin 3 years
Productive life20 years
Free-standing
Rain-fed is fine
Planting notes
Plant in well-drained soils. Avoid waterlogged areas. Suitable for medium-density orchards.
Disease and pest resistance
Collar rot
Susceptible
Woolly aphid
Resistant
Replant disease
Tolerant
Fire blight
Tolerant
Burr knot
Not known
Collar rot warning:
Highly susceptible to collar rot. Do not plant in heavy or waterlogged soils.
Soil and site
AnchorageGood
Soil depth needed60 cm
Soil pH6–7.5
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