EMLA 7 produces sturdy trees that are approximately twice the size of those on M9, or about 60% the size of trees on seedling rootstocks. EMLA 7 has been relatively little used in Europe but very widely used in North America for its exceptional winter hardiness and good anchorage. Trees on EMLA 7 are less precocious and have a lower cropping efficiency than EMLA 9 or EMLA 26.
EMLA 7 is moderately resistant to collar rot (Phytophthora cactorum).
EMLA 7 has excellent nursery habits. It is easy to propagate from stoolbeds, and is compatible with a wide range of scion varieties. High budding followed by deep planting with the graft union just above soil level is recommended.