'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant
Mini kiwi plant, maximum yields!
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Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant
- Kiwis may seem like a fruit from exotic climes, but varieties like ‘Issai’ are actually hardy enough to grow right here in the UK!
- A self-fertile variety, this kiwi will produce lots of fruit without the need for a pollination partner – pretty nifty, right?
- Yielding snack-sized, fuzz-free fruit from the end of summer through to September, this superfood is jam-packed with vitamin C and protective antioxidants.
- The lack of fuzz removes the need for peeling, and the fruits are small enough to eat whole, making these lil' kiwis perfect for children's lunchboxes.
- Bearing delicate, snow-white flowers at the end of spring, this climber boasts incredible ornamental value alongside its already stellar edible credentials.
- The plant’s pollen-rich flowers are known for attracting bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.
- Naturally compact in nature, you can easily grow this kiwi variety up a trellis, over a pergola or around a decorative archway, the world’s your kiwi-flavoured oyster!
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Self fertile
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Issai' Hardy Kiwi can be grown in a large container of at least 40 to 50 litres, provided it has a sturdy trellis for support.
How big does it get?
The 'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant is a vigorous climber that can reach lengths of up to 4 metres.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant thrives in full sun, needing at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant prefers fertile, well-draining, slightly acidic soil, and requires the soil temperature to be around 10°C for optimal root growth.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant requires consistently moist soil, receiving about 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water per week, as it is a thirsty plant.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Issai' Hardy Kiwi Plant requires regular pruning in late winter to manage its vigorous growth and encourage fruit production.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Issai' hardy kiwi is very resilient (RHS H5), tolerating winter temperatures down to -15°C. While the mature plant easily survives UK winters, the young spring shoots can be damaged by late frosts, so a sheltered position is advisable, especially in northern Britain.
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Fruit plants grown with love (and serious knowhow!)
Mike’s our guy when it comes to growing soft fruits. He’s our grape guru. Our gooseberry genius. Our blueberry boffin. What Mike doesn’t know about soft fruits? Well, it simply isn’t worth knowing. Having traversed the world from Australia to Northern Ireland – and even undertaking a horticultural stint in Sweden – Mike combines his enthusiasm, technical expertise, state-of-the-art facilities and favourable climatic conditions of the Cotswolds to grow only the very juiciest, sweetest soft fruits.
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