Pistachio rootstock named ‘UCB1-D154’

Abstract

Disclosed is a new and distinct variety of pistachio rootstock called ‘UCB1-D154’ characterized in that, when compared to the industry standard ‘UCB1-D1’ rootstock, it has greater growth and tolerance to the soil salts of calcium chloride, sodium sulfate, sodium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate; greater growth and tolerance to high levels of dissolved salts in irrigation water; and earlier vegetative bud break.

Having thus described and illustrated the new variety of rootstock, what is claimed as new and desired to be secured by plant letters patent is: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of pistachio rootstock plant substantially as herein described and illustrated.