Actinidia arguta

Kiwi berries

Kiwiberries, also known as mini kiwis, are hardy down to -25°C. A male kiwiberry (Actinidia arguta) pollinates up to 6 female kiwiberries (Actinidia arguta) within a radius of approx. 25 meters, allowing them to bear fruit.

You can find all the information about growing kiwiberries in our guides.

Kiwi berries (Actinidia arguta)

Kiwi berries, also called mini kiwis, are hardy to -25°C. A male kiwi berry (Actinidia arguta) pollinates up to six female kiwi berries (Actinidia arguta) within a radius of about 25 meters, causing them to produce fruit.

You can find all information about growing kiwi berries in our Kiwi Wiki .

Actinidia arguta

Kiwi berries

One of the outstanding features of the kiwiberry is its exceptionally good taste. The fruits combine the sweetness of a gooseberry with the tropical, fresh tartness of a kiwi.

Instead of traveling halfway around the world like kiwis, you can grow them yourself. In your garden, on the patio, or on the balcony.

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Location

Kiwi berries must be kept outdoors in both summer and winter. They prefer a partially shaded to sunny location. As they are climbing plants, they require a support structure (e.g., trellis, pergola, garden fence).

The soil should be slightly acidic and able to retain water well so that the roots do not dry out.

Instructions: Planting

Winter hardy and robust

Care

Kiwi berries are extremely robust, easy to care for, and hardy down to -25°C.

They do not require any extraordinary care, just regular watering, pruning if necessary, and fertilizer. Winter protection is not required.

Instructions: Pruning

Bee-friendly

Pollination

For fruit to develop, female flowers must be fertilized by pollen from male flowers. Fortunately, insects, primarily bees, do this for us.

For this, they only need a male kiwiberry (Actinidia arguta) nearby.

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Vitamin C Booster

Superfood

Despite their high vitamin C content, kiwiberries offer a balanced sweet-tart flavor. They are also rich in antioxidants and fiber, making them a great addition to a healthy diet.

Refrigerated, kiwiberries last for several weeks, and even several months when frozen.

Instructions: Harvesting and Storage

Family tradition

Our Kiwi Nursery

We have been growing kiwifruit plants in our nursery since the 1980s. We support home gardeners and farmers with their cultivation and ship our plants throughout Europe.

Our nursery team is always available to answer any questions you may have about our plants.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are kiwiberries hardy in winter?

Kiwiberries are winter hardy down to -25 degrees. They are extremely robust woody plants that originate from cold regions of Asia. They have also been specially bred and selected for our latitudes.

Tip: If your kiwiberries have already sprouted in spring and late frost is forecast again, you can cover them with fleece or place them in a greenhouse for this limited time to protect the fresh shoots from frost.

When do kiwifruits bear fruit for the first time?

Our kiwiberries are at least 2 years old at the time of shipping and usually bear their first fruit in the 2nd to 3rd year after planting.

When is the best time to plant?

Kiwi plants can be planted throughout the year as long as the ground is not frozen. In spring, we recommend planting after the Ice Saints, when there is no more late frost, and in autumn before the first frost. You can order kiwifruit plants from us all year round and, if necessary, overwinter them in a sheltered outdoor location until they are planted out (e.g. in an open greenhouse, against a house wall, or under a carport).

Can kiwiberries be grown in a pot?

Kiwiberries can be grown in pots on balconies and terraces. The pot should have a capacity of at least 40 liters to prevent the soil from freezing solid in winter.

Which kiwiberry variety is the best?

All our available kiwiberries (Act. arguta) have been tested over decades, are very robust and super tasty. Their flavors differ only in nuances. The most important distinguishing features are therefore ripening time and fruit color.

Do I need a male kiwifruit plant?

Kiwi berries are dioecious. Therefore, they require a male kiwi berry (Actinidia arguta) for pollination. This can fertilize up to six female kiwi berries (Actinidia arguta) within a radius of 25 meters.

Parthenocarpic varieties can develop some small fruit without pollination, but are purely female and do not produce pollen.

How much space do kiwi plants need?

As kiwifruit vines are shallow-rooted, we recommend a planting distance of one to two meters. The height and width are determined by the support structure. Kiwifruit vines will not grow beyond this.

How often should you water kiwiberries?

The root system of kiwi plants should never dry out completely. In sunny locations, a layer of mulch can help. In midsummer, kiwis need about 2 liters of water per day.

Why isn't my kiwi plant bearing fruit?

Usually, a pollinator variety is missing, or the plants are male. Our nursery team will help you identify your plants and recommend suitable varieties.

At Kiwiri, you receive a variety guarantee to ensure a successful harvest.

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