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A mature Hardy Kiwi (Actinidia arguta) growing in a residential garden bed

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Data sources

Wikipedia, NC State Extension

Hardy Kiwi

Actinidia arguta · Perennial

Hardy Kiwi is a perennial, hardy in USDA zones 4-8, that matures to about 15–30 ft (vine). It does best in full sun and part shade with medium water needs. Expect white blooms in spring. It attracts pollinators.

USDA zones
4-8
Sun
Full sun, Part shade
Water
Medium
Mature size
15–30 ft (vine)
Bloom color
White
Bloom season
Spring
Attracts
Pollinators
Native to
Northeast Asia

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