The Prolific Hardy Kiwi is a rapidly growing, deciduous woody vine that produces fragrant greenish-white flowers from late spring to early summer. By early fall, these flowers develop into sweet, edible fruits. Due to its vigorous growth and extensive spread, it is ideal to plant this vine near structures like patio walls, pergolas, or trellises to manage its growth. This variety is self-fertile (parthenocarpic), allowing fruit production without a male plant, though fruit yield improves significantly with a nearby male. Plant in spring and mulch well in fall to ensure winter hardiness to zone 5a.
Details
Botanical Name
Actinidia arguta 'Prolific'
Common Name
Prolific Hary Kiwi
Hardiness Zone
- 5a
Appearance
Max Height
20 feet
Max Spread
20 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- White
Edible
Edible
- YES
Edible Component
- Fruit
Edible Harvest Period
Early Fall
Edible Use
- Fresh Eating
Fruit Colour
- Green
Growing
Flowering Period
Late Spring to Early Summer
Moisture
Average
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Occasional
Deer Resistance
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