Actinidia arguta ‘Kiwiberry’ (Issai)

Actinidia arguta Kiwiberry Issai’ is a self-pollinating kiwi grape that produces small, smooth, hairless fruits at a young age. It is also known as mini-kiwi. The fruits can be eaten without peeling and are rich in vitamin C. They hang in large clusters on the plant, often camouflaged by the leaves. The cut fruit resembles […]

Self-pollinating

Hardy

Tasty fruits

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Description

Actinidia arguta Kiwiberry Issai’ is a self-pollinating kiwi grape that produces small, smooth, hairless fruits at a young age. It is also known as mini-kiwi. The fruits can be eaten without peeling and are rich in vitamin C. They hang in large clusters on the plant, often camouflaged by the leaves. The cut fruit resembles a miniature kiwi, with a white core surrounded by a ring of black seeds and the typical pattern of lines. The sweet, green berries are ready for picking in August-September and are about 2 to 3 cm in size. Apart from being fresh, the fruits can also be processed in various ways, such as jam or compote. The cut fruits are also beautiful as a garnish for appetizers or desserts. The fruits are also dried and can even be used to make wine. The kiwi grape is a climbing plant and therefore you can best help it by guiding it along a wall, climbing frame or pergola. The leaves of the climber are oblong, shiny dark green above and lighter green below. The kiwi grape flowers in June-July with creamy white flowers. It is completely winter Hardy and can withstand temperatures up to -25 °C. Plant the kiwi plant in a sunny, somewhat sheltered spot.

Specifications

SKU
ACARKIIS15
GTIN
8718104523326
Brand
100% Fruit
Cultivar
Kiwiberry (issai)
Bot. family
Actinidia
Species
arguta

Max height
200
Location
sun, partial shade
Leaf colour
Green

Bee friendly?
Butterfly friendly?
Climbing assistance?
Edible?
produces edible fruits
Evergreen?
Fragrant ?
Thorns?
Toxic?

Hardiness zones
Zone 6: -23.3 - -17.8 °C
Cutting period
XI-II
Flowering period
Harvest period

GRASP certification
GRASP
MPS certification
MPS-A+
grown organically?
Min height
55 cm
Potsize
15 cm

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