The present study was aimed at evaluating the vegetative development of citrus seedlings rootstocks cultivated in different substrates. The experiment was installed at greenhouse conditions in the Estação Experimental Agronômica UFRGS, from September 27, 2001. The experimental design used was that of randomized blocks, in a split plot scheme, with four replications. In the main parcels were tested substrate, two commercial, found in the specialized trade in horticulture and a mixture. In the sub parcels were tested four citrus rootstock (Trifoliate orange, 'C13' Citrange, 'C37' Citrange and 'Rangpur' Lime). The main results showing that is possible to produce citrus rootstock seedlings with good size and root development, with 120 days after sowing. The chemistries characteristics of the substrate are decisive for the appropriate development of the rootstock seedlings, being harmful the high salinity.
protected environment; propagation; greenhouse
