Maxima 14 is a promising rootstock that provides a tree approximately 80 percent the size of a seedling. The Italians have found no significant difference in fruit size and firmness with Maxima 14, compared with seedling. The French, however, believe fruit size can be maintained with strong heading cuts. Maxima 14 seems to be compatible with all of the major cherry varieties grown in Europe. However, it is not compatible with water-logged or very dry soils, and problems under high temperatures have been reported in Spain.
Production begins as early as the second or third leaf.
This rootstock performs best with varieties of lower-producing varieties such as Summit. Like Maxima 14, Edabriz does poorly in hot conditions with dry soil. In addition, Edabriz does not perform well in poor soils and is sensitive to calcareous conditions. The French have also found some problems with trees blowing over in the wind. Therefore, under certain conditions, it may need to be staked.