Kiwi Growing Guide
Kiwifruit is a vigorous deciduous vine native to central China, now commercially grown primarily in New Zealand, Italy, Chile, and China. The fuzzy brown fruit contains bright green flesh rich in vitamin C (more than oranges per gram). Pollination requires male and female plants.
Growing Conditions
Soil Requirements
Soil Type & pH
Best soil types: loam, sandy loam, volcanic
pH range: 5 - 6.5 (optimal: 5.5)
Drainage: excellent
Nutrient Needs (N-P-K)
Planting Guide
Yield & Economics
Common Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
- leafroller
- scale insects
- cicada
- thrips
Common Diseases
- pseudomonas syringae pv. actinidiae (Psa)
- botrytis
- sclerotinia
- phytophthora
Use to identify issues early and prevent crop losses.
Growing Tips
Plant 1 male vine for every 6-8 females to ensure adequate pollination; male vines do not produce fruit but are essential.
Kiwi vines require a strong T-bar or pergola trellis system rated to support 30+ kg per meter of canopy at maturity.
The bacterial canker Psa is a devastating disease; use Psa-tolerant cultivars and copper-based preventive sprays.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Kiwi take to grow?
Kiwi typically takes 1460 days from planting to harvest. Seeds germinate in about 21 days. The best planting season is spring.
What soil does Kiwi need?
Kiwi grows best in loam, sandy loam, volcanic soil with a pH of 5-6.5. Excellent drainage is required.
What temperature does Kiwi need?
Kiwi grows best at 15-25°C. Frost tolerance: moderate. Heat tolerance: low.
What is the expected yield for Kiwi?
Kiwi yields approximately 25,000 kg/hectare under good conditions.
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