Relative size compared to seedlings

EMLA 26
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Origin
Malling 26 was bred at East Malling from a cross between M-9 and the very vigorous rootstock M-16 (Metziner Ideal). A virus-indexed EMLA clone was introduced by East Malling in 1969 / 1970.
Influence on Scion Habit
Scions on EMLA 26 are intermediate in vigor between EMLA 9 and EMLA 7 and producing a tree about 45% the size of that on seedling rootstocks. Compared with EMLA 7, EMLA 26 is slightly less vigorous and superior, in that it produces better quality fruit and also crops earlier in the life of the tree.
Trees on EMLA 26 are not particularly sensitive to mineral deficiencies, but are known to produce fruit lower in calcium than those on other rootstocks. Although the roots on EMLA 26 are less brittle than those of EMLA 9, trees require permanent staking on exposed sites. Elsewhere, staking may not be necessary if the trees are planted a few inches deeper than in the nursery. The rootstock stem piece develops large burrknots, so the trees should be planted with the union a few inches above ground level.
Disease Resistance
EMLA 26 is not resistant to collar rot (Phytophthora cactorum) and should not be planted on wet or infected soils. It is also subject to fire blight (Erwinia amylovora) in the eastern United States.
Nursery Habit
EMLA 26 roots well in the stoolbed. Lined-out rootstocks caliper rapidly. It may be necessary to remove lower branches in the spring to facilitate budding later in the year.
Horticultural Value
EMLA 26 is recommended for use on all but badly drained soils. It is particularly valuable as a dwarfing stock where satisfactory performance on M-9 is in doubt. It is useful for high density plantings. When budded with spur-type scions, EMLA 26 should be planted on soils of higher fertility. EMLA 26 is not as vigorous as EMLA 7, but is much easier to manage in the orchard.

Inventory
Size: 1/8" 4-5mm
Amount: 10443
Size: 3/16" 5-7mm
Amount: 38079
Size: 1/4" 7-9mm
Amount: 47769
Size: 3/8" 9-12mm
Amount: 9497
Size: 1/2" 12+mm
Amount: 69
Counts: Estimate
Regrade Inventory
Size: 1/8" 4-5mm
Amount: 2844
Size: 3/16" 5-7mm
Amount: 23334
Size: 1/4" 7-9mm
Amount: 44860
Size: 3/8" 9-12mm
Amount: 5226
Size: 1/2" 12+mm
Amount: 4
Counts: Estimate
Pricing
Size | 100-999 | 1,000-9,999 | 10,000 - 49,999 | 50,000 - 199,999 | 200,000 - 499,999 | 500,000 and up |
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1/8" - 4-5 mm | $1.445 | $0.830 | $0.720 | $0.710 | $0.685 | $0.655 |
3/16" - 5-7 mm | $1.580 | $0.960 | $0.900 | $0.880 | $0.835 | $0.805 |
1/4" - 7-9 mm | $1.700 | $1.095 | $1.035 | $1.005 | $0.960 | $0.930 |
3/8" - 9-12 mm | $1.800 | $1.115 | $1.075 | $1.035 | $0.990 | $0.960 |
If regrade rootstocks are available, they are sold at 20% less list price.
Softwood Cuttings Pricing
Size | All sizes 50 and up |
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1/8" ~ 4-5 mm | $1.125 |
3/16" ~ 5-7 mm | $1.125 |
1/4" ~ 7-9 mm | $1.125 |
3/8" ~ 9-12 mm | $1.125 |