Custos*
Outstanding Qualities
- High resistance against bacterial wilt, buckeye fruit & root rot and two root-knot nematode species (mi and mj)
- Easy grafter
- Very vigorous root system
Custos*
is an F1 hybrid pepper rootstock offering high resistance against three major root diseases; Root-knot (Mi, Mj), Buckeye fruit and root rot(Pc) and Bacterial wilt (Rs). Grafting on Custos* forms part of an integrated approach to nematode control and can facilitate high, consistent yields over a longer season compared to non-grafted plants. The strong root system gives the grafted plants improved tolerance to temperature fluctuations and nutrient deficiencies, compared to plants on their own roots. Custos* is an easy grafter with uniform germination making graft planning easier and more accurate. Custos* has high resistance against Potato virus Y (PVY: 1 – 2) and Tomato mosaic virus (ToMV).
Special Varietal Requirements
- Trial work to date has shown good compatibility with various scion varieties. However, local trials under grower conditions are encouraged
- We recommend a soil analysis at a reputable laboratory to confirm the identity of the soil-borne pests in order to choose the best rootstock variety for the specific situation
- Contact the area representative for more information
