‘Meader’ Male Kiwiberry

bare-root plants

Check for new listings in early August

Actinidia arguta

20' or more.

Fruitless male kiwi suitable for pollinating arguta females. Will not pollinate kolomikta kiwis.

Extremely vigorous vines are often grown just for their beautiful dark green ornamental foliage accentuated by reddish-pink petioles (leaf stalks). Z4. (well-rooted vines)

Maine Grown.

ships in spring

Quick Details

Maine Grown: Yes
Hardy to Zone: 4

Compare

Compare with other Kiwiberries
Variety	Product Type	Maine Grown	Hardy to Zone
‘Anna’ Female	bare-root plants	Yes	4
‘Geneva 3’ Female	bare-root plants	Yes	4
‘Meader’ Male	bare-root plants	Yes	4
‘Michigan State’ Female	bare-root plants	Yes	4

Additional Information

Kiwiberries Actinidia arguta

Productive twining vines climb 20' or more and in late summer produce delicious kumquat-sized kiwi fruits, so delicious that you might not be able to stop eating them! Unlike supermarket kiwis, the skin is smooth and edible. The longer they ripen on the vine, the sweeter they become. Once vines are established, adequate pruning (see directions below) will significantly increase yields and keep vines from tearing down the farm. No significant pest or disease problems. Native to eastern Asia.

Growing Kiwiberries

Soil: Prefers rich well-drained soils.
Sun: Full.
Pollination: Both male and female plants required for fruit. One male will pollinate several females within about 30'.
Spacing: 15' apart.
Planting: Consider planting on a northern exposure to delay budding and reduce risk of frost damage. Mulch well with straw or woodchips.
Training and Pruning: Train to a very strong trellis, arbor or gazebo. Once established, prune 70% of the old growth each winter and leave some new canes for this year’s fruiting.

Shipping

Items from our perennial plants warehouse ordered on or before February 20 will ship from March through early May, starting with warmer areas and finishing in colder areas.

Orders placed after February 20 will ship from April to May.