Rootstocks

At Voor-Groenberg Nurseries, we are dedicated to providing grape growers with access to top-quality rootstocks that promote vineyard health, productivity, and longevity. We understand that selecting the right rootstock is a critical decision for your vineyard's success. Our team of experts is equipped with extensive knowledge of South African viticulture and can provide personalized guidance to help you navigate through the available rootstocks. We take pride in offering tailored solutions that align with your vineyard's unique requirements, ensuring that you make informed decisions and achieve the desired outcomes in your grape-growing endeavors.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  ROOTSTOCK*
  SOIL ADAPTABILITY
  VIGOUR
  RESISTANCE TO
  VEGETATIVE CYCLE
 

  NEMATODES
  PHYTOPHTHORA 
  WETNESS
  DROUGHT
  SALINITY
  LIME
 

  RICHTER 99*
  Sandy loam, compacted soils
  4
  4
  1
  2
  4
  2
  4
  Medium
 

  RICHTER 110*
  Loamy clay
  4/3
  3
  4
  4/3
  4/5
  4
  4
  Long
 

  101-14*
  Shallow clay, good moisture
  3
  4
  3/4
  4/5
  2
  4
  2
  Short
 

  HARMONY**
  Loamy clay, deep
  4/3
  5
  3/2
  2
  2/3
  2/3
  2
  Medium
 

  FREEDOM**
  Sand,low OM
  5/4
  5
  3
  2
  3
  3/2
  3/2
  Long
 

  RAMSEY*
  Deep sand, low OM
  5
  5
  4
  5
  4/3
  4
  4
  Very long
 

  143 B*
  Heavy loam, alluvial
  3
  2/3
  4/5
  4/5
  4/3
  4
  4
  Medium
 

  PAULSEN 1103*
  Loamy, deep
  4
  4/3
  1
  4
  4/3
  2/3
  4
  Long
 

  RUGGERI 140*
  Loamy clay, deep
  4/5
  3/2
  1
  2
  5
  2/3
  5
  Very long
 

  US 8-7*
  Sandy loam, shallow/deep
  4
  4
  5
  5
  3/4
  3/4
  4/3
  Short
 

  SO4*
  Sandy loam, deep
  4/3
  4/5
  4
  4/3
  3
  2/3
  5/4
  Short
 

  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
 

* Phylloxera resistance is accepted as adequate
** Not to be used in Phylloxera regions

Key:

1=Very poor
2=Poor
3=Moderate
4=Good
5=Very good