Edibles – Fruit – Fuzzy Kiwi

Fuzzy Kiwi 

Botanical name: actinidia deliciosa 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 15-25 ft in height with a 10-15 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 7-9 

Growth rate: can grow 10 ft in one year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: cream/white/yellow 

Bloom time:  spring blooms, fall harvest 

Pruning instructions: prune during dormancy in the spring to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: fruit garden, patio plant, privacy, borders 

Special features: drought tolerant, attracts pollinators 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-3 inches of soil dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release balanced organic fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil:  sand, loam 

Companion plants: clover, strawberries, chives

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no