Kiwi Fruit, also known as Chinese Gooseberry (Actinidia deliciosa), is a perennial climbing vine that produces oval fruits with fuzzy brown skins and sweet-tart green flesh. A vigorous grower, kiwi thrives when trained on trellises, arbors, or fences, making it both a productive fruit crop and an attractive ornamental vine. Hardy and long-lived, plants can bear for decades once established. Fruits are excellent fresh, juiced, or blended into smoothies, and they are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants. Seeds are heirloom, Non-GMO, and open-pollinated, perfect for gardeners looking to grow a unique and rewarding perennial fruit.
How to Plant
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When: Sow indoors in late winter or early spring. Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost danger has passed.
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Soil & Sun: Fertile, well-drained soil; full sun for best fruiting.
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Depth: ¼ inch.
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Spacing: Train on trellises; space vines 10–15 feet apart.
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Water: Keep evenly moist during growing season.
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Days to maturity: 3–5 years to begin fruiting.
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Pollination: Male and female plants are needed for fruit set unless using self-fertile varieties.
Uses
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Fresh Eating: Classic sweet-tart fruit, eaten raw.
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Juicing & Smoothies: Blend into refreshing drinks.
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Desserts: Add to fruit salads, cakes, and tarts.
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Decorative Vine: Attractive foliage and climbing habit for landscapes.