Actinidia arguta are relatively new to commercial markets. The kiwi berries are sometimes referred to as mini kiwis or kiwi grapes. Kiwi berries can be eaten whole- like a large grape! The berries have a smooth skin that is edible and are even sweeter than Fuzzy Kiwis. They are very high in Vitamin C.
Kiwi vines can be planted in shade or full sun. They thrive for us in the Pacific Northwest but are also extremely hardy, up to Zone 4. One hardy male is needed to pollinate up to eight hardy females.
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Smaller fruits than fuzzy kiwi, hardy kiwis have sweeter, smooth skinned fruits and much earlier ripening. Ananasnaya produces fruit in large clusters of "kiwi berries." Vigorous growth with pretty, fragrant flowers. Sun or shade tolerant. Needs a Male hardy kiwi for pollination. Hardy to -25° F.
Pollinator for female kiwi vines. One male hardy kiwi is needed per 8 Females. Pollinates Ananasnaya, Chico, Ken’s Red, Natasha, Michigan State, Issai, and all other hardy kiwi varieties.