Hardy Kiwi

Actinidia arguta, Actinidiaceae

Zones

4a–8b

Layer

Vine

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

TrellisProducer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)Partial Sun (acceptable)

Water

ModerateModerate

Soil pH

5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Subterranean CloverTrifolium subterraneum

Nitrogen Fixation

Golden BambooPhyllostachys aurea

Physical SupportWind Protection

White MulberryMorus alba

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Moso BambooPhyllostachys edulis

Physical SupportWind Protection

Yellow Groove BambooPhyllostachys aureosulcata

Wind ProtectionPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Chinese WisteriaWisteria sinensis

Chinese wisteria competes aggressively with hardy kiwi vines for support structures and nutrients

Uses

Functions

FoodShade

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Hardy Kiwi grow in?

Hardy Kiwi grows in USDA hardiness zones 4a through 8b.

What are good companion plants for Hardy Kiwi?

Good companions for Hardy Kiwi include Subterranean Clover, Golden Bamboo, White Mulberry, Moso Bamboo, Yellow Groove Bamboo.

Design guilds with Hardy Kiwi and see companion relationships visually.

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