Actinidia species

kiwi

Fruits and Vegetables

Grow from stem cuttings taken from early summer to fall; bottom heat may assist with rooting. Enjoys warm, sunny spot, some shade for Actinidia kolomikta; excellent drainage required. Water well; keep mulched during growing season. Plant new specimens early spring, some 10' apart; may be stored cool, somewhat dark and moist until soil ready to work. Protect young plants in winter and early spring

May also be grown from seed sown in spring, 55-65F/13-18C, 1/8" deep, will not grow true to type. Female plants require a male plant for fertilization and fruiting, within fairly close proximity - a ratio of 10 female plants or less to 1 male works well. Hardiest are Actinidia arguta, to zone 4, and Actinidia kolomikta, to zone 3