Kiwi

Actinidia deliciosa / A. arguta

About Plant: Kiwi

Yes, you can grow kiwi! Hardy kiwi (Actinidia arguta) produces grape-sized, smooth-skinned fruit in cold climates. Fuzzy kiwi needs warmer zones. Both are vigorous, beautiful vines with delicious fruit.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun (6-8 hrs)

WaterRegular

SoilRich, well-drained, acidic (5.0–6.5)

Spacing10-15 feet

Height15–30 feet (on support)

Time to HarvestFirst harvest in year 3-5

Planting DepthSame as nursery pot

Germination TimeN/A (grown from nursery plants)

Expert Growing Tips

You need both male and female vines for fruit (1 male pollinates up to 8 females). Hardy kiwi grows in Zones 4-8. Provide very strong support — vines become heavy.