Kiwi prefer full sun and rich soil for the best fruit production, though it is tolerant of part shade. The ‘Jenny’ is self pollinating, but will produces more fruit when a male (Actinidia deliciosa male ) is present. Its blooms are yellow and very fragrant. The ‘Jenny’ is a hardy, fuzzy kiwi that is an egg shaped brown fruit with a sweet/tart flavor. Its fruit is very similar to what you would see in a store. Kiwi are fairly maintenance free once established.
Yields can be up to 50 pounds per plant. Generally, Kiwi needs to be 2-3 years old before they set fruit. Our plants are usually 1-2 years old when we sell them. Kiwi plants shipped Fall through Spring may be dormant and with out leaves.
Height: Twining vine or climbing shrub reaching 30 ft but can be kept smaller with some pruning. Minimum temperature: Hardy to 0ºf -10ºf. USDA zone: 7-11. Find your zone here. Light: Full to part sun. Fruit: Brown fruit with light green flesh. Bearing age: 2-3 years, 50 lbs. of fruit per plant. Pollination requirements: Self fertile but does much better with a Fuzzy Male to set fruit. Ripens: Oct.-Nov.
The last photo is an example of a #1 (1 gallon) 'Jenny' Kiwi, however, it is not the exact plant that you will receive. Your plant will be approximately 1-2 years old and 1'-3' tall.
Shipping information
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