Hardy Kiwi Berry 50 Seeds

Fruit grows just like grapes. The decorative vines are covered with lovely white flowers in spring, with a fragrance like Lily-of-the-Valley. The fruit is smooth- skinned and therefore does not require peeling.The fruit averages 5 cm (2 in) in size. Plants should be spaced at least 2 m (6 ft) apart. How to grow Hardy Kiwi Berry from seed: Place the seeds in a container with moist perlite and refrigerate at 40°F (4°C) for 2 months. Plant the seeds 1/8 inch deep in moist sterile potting mix and cover the container with plastic wrap. Check seeds weekly and re-moisten perlite as needed. Place the container in a warm, bright spot and keep the soil moist. When seedlings start growing, uncover the container. When the plants have four true leaves, transplant them into individual pots. When the plants are several inches tall, transplant them outdoors when risk of frost has passed. Plant in a location that is protected from strong winds and has a sunny location. Both male and female plants are needed for proper pollination. Space plants 5 – 10 feet apart, further if space is available. When planting the roots make sure the CROWN is at soil level! Kiwis grow very similar to grapes and may be treated the same way. They bear fruit on 2 year old wood, but it usually takes 3 or more years to bring a plant into production. In the first year establish a main stem about 4 – 5 feet high, once it reaches this height pinch the top couple of inches, this will encourage branching. The following seasons you want the plant to branch out laterally. These lateral branches will produce fruiting canes. After a cane bears fruit, remove that cane, this will allow more space for new canes to produce. Fertilize regularly with Fruit Tree & Shrub Fertilizer. For the first winter we suggest you lay the vine down and cover it with leaves. During fruiting periods make sure the vines get ample amount of water, to ensure proper fruit formation. Hardy Perennial Zone 3-9 Years to maturity 3-4