Growing Strong Roots for Thriving Orchards

Supplying Premium Bruno and Bounty Rootstock to Local Growers

Davidson Horticulture is a family-run business providing high-quality, KVH-certified Bruno and Bounty rootstock to kiwifruit growers. With nearly a decade of experience, we’re committed to helping orchards thrive with strong, healthy plants.

A bunch of fresh, heathy, kiwifruit stacked on top of one another.
Davidson Horticulture greenhouse based in Te Puke with growing bruno and bountry kiwifruit rootstock plants. Offering root stock to kiwi growers in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, and all over New Zealand

About Our Rootstock

Why Choose Certified Rootstock?

Strong rootstock is the foundation of a healthy orchard. We supply Bruno and Bounty rootstock, trusted by kiwifruit growers for their strength, disease resistance, and high productivity.

Carefully grown and KVH-certified to ensure strong, healthy plants. Inspected by AsureQuality for top-tier standards.

Available for growers in Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, and across New Zealand.

Explore Growth Stages Below

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Growth Stages of Our Rootstock

See How Our Rootstock Grows

Growers can purchase our rootstock at different stages, depending on their needs.

Growth Stage

2 months ~ Early-stage

3 months ~ Stronger roots developing

5-6 months ~ Ready for transplanting

Full Grown ~ Pre-grafted options available

Two month old kiwifruit rootstock shown growing in Davidson Horticulture greenhouse in Te Puke, New Zealand.
Three month old kiwifruit rootstock shown growing in Davidson Horticulture greenhouse in Te Puke, New Zealand.
Five to six month old kiwifruit rootstock shown growing in Davidson Horticulture greenhouse in Te Puke, New Zealand.
Full grown kiwifruit rootstock shown growing in Davidson Horticulture greenhouse in Te Puke, New Zealand.
G3 on bruno kiwifruit rootstock showing the growing process at 8 months in Te Puke, Tauranga. Thriving plants lined through the Davidson Horticulture greenhouse ready to be sold to kiwifruit growers in New Zealand.

G3 Growth Performance on Bruno vs. Bounty

G3 on bounty kiwifruit rootstock showing the growing process at 8 months in Te Puke, Tauranga. Thriving plants lined through the Davidson Horticulture greenhouse ready to be sold to kiwifruit growers in New Zealand.

Bruno vs. Bounty: Which Rootstock is Right for You?

These images show how G3 kiwifruit vines perform on different rootstocks at 8 months of growth.

  • Bruno Rootstock → Known for its strong, vigorous growth, Bruno is a reliable and widely used choice for establishing healthy, productive kiwifruit vines.

  • Bounty Rootstock → Ideal for wetter conditions, Bounty rootstock is more tolerant of waterlogged soils and performs well in areas prone to excess moisture.

Contact Us

Have questions or ready to place an order? We’re happy to help!