Variety traits

Vigor of growth — American plum, goose plum

Prunus americana Marsh.

The biological developmental energy of Prunus americana, manifested by intensive shoot formation and active territorial colonization through root suckers.

In the reference 6 varieties crop American plum, where this is mentioned in the description.

The species is characterized by high growth vigor, with virtually no genetic predisposition to dwarfing. The most active vegetative period is observed during the first 3–8 years of life, when young plants are capable of doubling in size within the first year, reaching a height of 3 to 8 meters at maturity.

To assess growth vigor, researchers use phenological observations of annual growth, mensuration measurements of tree height and trunk diameter, as well as scoring scales and visual evaluation of the ability to form thickets. Excessive vegetative activity often correlates with smaller fruit size.

In agronomic practice, growth vigor requires control of root suckers when grown for fruit production, although it is valued when using the species for shelterbelts and as a rootstock. Grafting certain cultivars of Prunus domestica onto Prunus americana may lead to physiological incompatibility in the long term.

General information about the subject — on the page Vigor.

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