'Ken's Red' Hardy Kiwi Plant
Sweet, red-fleshed kiwi
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Ken's Red' Hardy Kiwi Plant
- Unusual kiwi fruit with red skin and flesh
- Sweeter and more aromatic than green kiwis
- Excellent for storage as they don't bruise easily
- Hardy vine suitable for a patio pergola or trellis
- Heavy cropping
- Can also be grown in a greenhouse or conservatory
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, 'Kens Red' 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 'Ken's Red' Hardy Kiwi Plant is a vigorous climber that can reach up to 6 metres in height when fully mature.
How much sunlight does this need?
The 'Ken's Red' 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 'Ken's Red' 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 'Ken's Red' 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 'Ken's Red' Hardy Kiwi Plant requires regular pruning in late winter to manage its vigorous growth and encourage fruit production.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Ken's Red' 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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