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Hardy Kiwi
Actinidia arguta 'Prolific'
Like grape vines, kiwi vines need support. Start out by growing the vine vertically with stakes. The vine grows rapidly, between 10 and 20 feet per season, so it can quickly cover an arbor or a pergola. You can also build a 'T' shaped structure.
1) Dig a hole two times the width of the root ball, gently remove packing material from root ball.
2) Set root ball in hole, making top even with ground level, fill in around root ball with soil mix to ground level, water to settle mix and add more soil if needed.
3) Form a water basin around the plant with a mound of soil, water once again filling the water basin.
4) Add a 1/4"layer of mulch to conserve moisture and water thoroughly once to two times weekly until plant is established.
Characteristics:
Harvest early summer to fall
240-300 In
4-7 Find your zone
Full Sun
Features and Usage:
Greenhouse Growing Instructions:
Keep soil evenly moist, not overly wet and never completely dry. Issai will self-pollinate and produce fruit in 3-5 years. Kiwi vines need support so provide a stake or trellis in the pot.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Transplanting Instructions:
Plant in well draining professional potting soil keeping crown of plant at same level it was in the plug. Once potted, water immediately and apply a broad spectrum fungicide according to directions to avoid crown and root rot.
Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Looks great and produces fruit; hardy kiwi is a perfect addition to the home garden as we transform our yards to be both useful and attractive.
