Actinidia chinensis | Golden Kiwi Fruit

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Please read both the seed guide and the plant specific sowing instructions. If you are unsure of the best way to germinate the seeds, DO NOT SOW ALL THE SEEDS. Keep some in case the germination method you use doesn’t work. 

Cold stratify ALL perennials, shrub & tree seeds for at least 30 days unless the plant specific instructions indicate a longer period. 

If you are not ready to plant the seeds, keep it in the refrigerator (not freezer). 

ACTINIDIA CHINENSIS | GOLDEN KIWI FRUIT

Seed Treatment (Stratification)

  1. Cold Stratification Required

    • Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours to soften the seed coat.

    • Mix seeds with moist sand or a damp paper towel and place them in a sealed plastic bag.

    • Refrigerate at 35–40°F (2–5°C) for 12 weeks to break dormancy.

    • Check periodically to ensure seeds do not dry out or mold.

Planting Instructions

  1. Sowing Indoors (Recommended)

    • Use a well-draining seed-starting mix with added perlite or sand.

    • Lightly press seeds into the soil and cover with a very fine layer of soil or vermiculite (seeds need light to germinate).

    • Mist soil gently to keep it moist but not soggy.

    • Maintain a temperature of 70–75°F (21–24°C) for germination.

    • Germination takes 2-3 Months, but some seeds may take longer.

  2. Transplanting Seedlings

    • Once seedlings have 2–3 true leaves, transplant them into larger pots.

    • Keep in a warm, bright location with indirect sunlight.

    • Harden off before planting outdoors by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.

  3. Outdoor Planting

    • Choose a sunny, well-draining location with slightly acidic soil (pH 5.5–7.0).

    • Space plants 10–15 feet apart, as kiwis are vigorous climbers.

    • Provide a sturdy trellis or support for vines to grow on.

Care After Germination

  • Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

  • Fertilize seedlings with a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks.

  • Protect young plants from frost, as they are sensitive to cold.

By following these steps, you can successfully grow Golden Kiwi from seed! ?? 

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Rapid growth. Excellent for arbors, fences, trellises or walls. A bit hardier to cold than Actinidia kolomikta or Actinidia melanandra. Sweeter and more aromatic compared to A. deliciosa. Leaves and fruit are both edible. Fragrant. 

Botanical Name: Actinidia chinensis

Common Name: Chinese Gooseberry, Kiwi, Kiwi Fruit, Golden Kiwi

Type: Woody, deciduous climbing Vine

Fruit: Egg-shaped, 1-3 in (25-76 mm) fruits are fuzzy brown. 

Harvest Time: Fall

Plant Height: up to 30 ft (9.1 m)

Plant Spread: up to 30 ft (9.1 m)

Plant Spacing: 12 in to 3 ft (30-91 cm)

Light Requirements: Full Sun, Dappled Shade. Best fruit production occurs in Full Sun. 

Water Requirements: Average, Moist

Soil Requirements: Well-drained. Average. Prefers loamy, neutral soil. 

USDA Zones: 6a to 9b

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