Interspecific tree named ‘NEWROOT-1’

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of interspecific rootstock tree. Its novelty consist of the following combination of desirable features that are unique in a new rootstock tree when growing cherries ( Prunus avium ). The new interspecific rootstock was grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Storie Index rating 95, in USDA Hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif., with standard commercial fruit growing practices, such as pruning, thinning, spraying, irrigation and fertilization. Its novelty consist of the following combination of desirable features: 1. Provides earlier production of fruit when growing cherries. 2. Reduces the mature cherry tree height compared to the standard cherry rootstock ‘Mahaleb’ (non-patented) or ‘Mazzard’ (non-patented). 3. Increase the number of rootstocks available for cherries.

1. A new and distinct variety of rootstock tree, substantially as illustrated and described.