Relative Scion Vigour: Moderate to High
Rootknot Nematode Resistance: High
Dagger Nematode Resistance: Low
Root Lesion Nematode Resistance: Low
Phylloxera Resistance: High
Lime Tolerance: Moderate
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Root Strike: Good
General Comments:
5BB Kober is best suited to cooler climates, but can be too vigorous in deep, moist, fertile soils. Performed well in sandy nematode infested soils in north east Victoria. Moderately sensitive to soil salinity. Sensitive to phytophthora root rot.