Effects of rootstocks on fruit yield and some quality traits of watermelon (Citrullus lanatus)

Authors : Rana KURUM, İbrahim ÇELİK, Ahmet EREN

Pages : 91-98

Doi:10.16882/derim.2017.283012

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Publication Date : 2017-12-01

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :In this study the effects of rootstocks on watermelon fruit quality and yield were investigated by comparing grafted plants with non-grafted and self-grafted ones in open field conditions in over two consecutive years insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(2013-2014);. The watermelon cultivar Crimson Tide was grafted onto Ferro RZ, Maximus, Nun 9075, RS 841, No:3, Strong Tosa and TZ 148 rootstocks. Non-grafted and self-grafted plants were used as control. Grafting increased the average fruit yield between 17.45% and 52.56% compared to non-grafted treatment. It was concluded that among the tested rootstocks No:3 along with Nun 9075 and TZ 148 rootstocks can be advised due to the increase in fruit yield, total soluble solids and taste panel test values and that the use of grafted plants can be advantageous alternative in watermelon production for producers.  
Keywords : Fruit quality, Grafting, Rootstock, Yield, Watermelon