Kiwi Hardy 'Issai' (Actinidia arguta)

Plant Description: 'Issai' is a unique Japanese variety prized for its heavy crops of large, sweet and delicious fruit. Less vigorous than other varieties of Hardy Kiwi, Issai can be grown on a fence or wall and often begins bearing the first year after planting. Furthermore, this hardy kiwi is self fertile so perfect for those without a lot of space.

• Size: 8-10 ft. in width on trellis, arbor or other support.
  
• Watering needs: regular, can tolerate dry summers once established
• Sun needs: half day to full sun
  
• Pollination needs: self-fertile, but will produce more with a male hardy kiwi variety nearby.
• Soil needs: well-draining
• Fruiting Time: Ripens September-October
  

*Photo Courtesy of Northwoods Nursery