Kiwi
Actinidia chinensis
- Native to:
- China, Taiwan
JJ Harrison ( https://www.jjharrison.com.au/ (www.jjharrison.com.au) )
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Actinidiaceae
- Genus:
- Actinidia
- Species:
- Actinidia chinensis
- USDA Symbol:
- ACCH5
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Vine
- Height:
- 900 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- white, yellow
Wildlife Benefits
- Bees:
- ★☆☆☆☆ Documented bee visitation (GBIF)
- Butterflies & Moths:
- ★★★★☆ Documented Lepidoptera association (GBIF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, birds
- Fragrant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Prefers fertile soils with good organic content
Propagation & Germination
- Stratification:
- Cold/moist stratification required — 60–90 days
- Germination Time:
- 30–60 days
- Notes:
- Seeds require cold stratification for 2-3 months to break dormancy; sow in spring after stratification.
Where to Buy
Nationwide Seller
- Sheffield's Seed (seeds)