{"product_id":"5-seeds-actinidia-arguta-issai-kiwi-fruit-vine","title":"5 Seeds Actinidia arguta Issai Kiwi Fruit Vine","description":"\u003cp\u003eActinidia arguta 'Issai' is a self-fertile, vigorous kiwi vine prized for its smooth-skinned, bite-sized fruits that are sweeter than traditional fuzzy kiwis. This hardy variety produces abundant clusters of flavorful berries on a fast-growing, ornamental vine, making it a standout addition to any garden or patio container. The 'Issai' kiwi is particularly noted for its ability to set fruit without a pollenizer, offering a dependable and productive yield of sweet, aromatic fruit. \u003cbr\u003e\n This deciduous vine is well-suited for growing over trellises, arbors, or fences, and can also be managed in large pots on a sunny balcony. The smooth, grape-like fruits are perfect for fresh eating, adding to fruit salads, making jams or jellies, and are a favorite for baking into desserts. The vine exhibits strong twining growth and benefits from annual pruning to maintain shape and encourage fruiting on one-year-old wood. Its attractive foliage provides excellent ornamental screening during the growing season. \u003cbr\u003e\n Species: Actinidia arguta \u003cbr\u003e\n Variety: Issai \u003cbr\u003e\n Type: Deciduous fruiting vine \u003cbr\u003e\n Plant_Habit: Twining climber \u003cbr\u003e\n Sun: Full sun to partial shade \u003cbr\u003e\n Soil: Well-drained, moist, fertile loam \u003cbr\u003e\n Days_to_Harvest: 90-120 (after flowering) \u003cbr\u003e\n Zones: 5-9 \u003cbr\u003e\n Germination: Cold stratification required; sow indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after stratification \u003cbr\u003e\n Sowing: Plant seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed starting mix; maintain consistent moisture and temperatures around 68-75°F \u003cbr\u003e\n Spacing: Plant vines 8-10 feet apart; provide sturdy support structure \u003cbr\u003e\n Notes: Fruiting typically begins in 2-3 years after planting; requires winter chill for optimal flowering\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663089107080,"sku":"EXGA-245","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_905e1324-6395-430d-ab61-7650b7fe3155.png?v=1791895639","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-actinidia-arguta-issai-kiwi-fruit-vine","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}