Actinidia Arguta (Kiwiberry)
Actinidia Arguta (Kiwiberry)
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Actinidia Arguta (Kiwiberry) is a vigorous deciduous climbing vine grown for its lush green foliage, attractive spring flowers, and delicious smooth-skinned mini kiwi fruit. Its strong climbing habit makes it ideal for training over trellises, pergolas, fences, arbours, and productive home garden structures.
Perfect for customers wanting an edible climber with ornamental appeal, Actinidia Arguta produces small grape-sized kiwiberries that can be eaten whole without peeling. With the right support, regular pruning, and suitable pollination, this hardy fruiting vine can become a beautiful and productive feature in edible gardens and backyard orchards.
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Mature height
7.5–9m+ when trained on support
Mature width
2–6m, depending on pruning and support structure
Spacing
3–6m apart; allow strong support and space for vigorous growth
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green foliage; greenish-white flowers; smooth green to red-blushed edible fruit depending on variety
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late spring
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade; best fruiting in full sun with protection from harsh winds
Maintenance
Moderate maintenance; train onto a strong trellis or pergola and prune regularly in winter and summer to control growth and encourage fruiting
Root System
Fibrous, spreading vine root system; generally non-invasive, but the top growth is vigorous and needs strong support