Kiwi Fruit (Actinidia deliciosa) which is also known as Chinese Gooseberry, is a Perennial. A spectacular and vigorous hardy climber for a sunny sheltered wall. The twining stems produce pretty white summer flowers set against a cloak of attractive heart shaped foliage.
Kiwi Fruit Culinary Uses
- It is full of nutrients like vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, folate, and potassium. They also have a lot of antioxidants and are a good source of fiber.
- Their small black seeds are edible, as is the fuzzy brown peel.
- Packed with more vitamin C than an equivalent amount of orange, the bright green flesh of the fruit speckled with tiny black seeds adds a dramatic tropical flair to any fruit salad.
Growing Kiwi Fruit
- These kiwi vines are not self fertile. We recommend planting 3 or 4 plants close together to ensure pollination, as you need at least 1 male plant, for successful pollination.
- Only female kiwi plants bear fruit and it takes between 3 – 5 years for fruiting to take place.
- Sow Kiwi Seeds in summer to autumn in full sun.
- During the spring, both male and female kiwi vines bear prolific, white (sometimes creme-to-pale-yellow) flowers that, when fertilized, become the kiwi fruit.
- The egg shaped fruits that follow can be harvested in Autumn for a delicious freshly picked dessert.
- Height: 9m
- Spread: 5m .
Medical Disclaimer
Information is for educational and informational purposes only and may not be construed as medical advice. The information is not intended to replace medical advice or treatment offered by healthcare professionals.