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Ornamental climber from Italy with tasty and large green-yellow mini kiwi fruits. It thrives well in Polish climate conditions and is a decorative addition to any garden. It grows vigorously, reaching 8–10 m (2–3 m per year). Kiwi 'Jumbo' requires a pollinator to bear fruit, such as the male variety like 'Weiki', 'Male', or 'Issai'. Prefers a sunny, warm, and wind-sheltered location. The soil should be fertile and moist. The best time to plant mini kiwi is in late spring or autumn, but no later than mid-October. Young plants should be protected from frost.
Ornamental climber from Italy with tasty and large green-yellow mini kiwi fruits. It thrives well in Polish climate conditions. A true ornament in every garden. It grows vigorously, reaching 8–10 m (2–3 m per year). Kiwi fruits are very healthy, fat-free, rich in potassium and various micronutrients including zinc, and very high in vitamins, including vitamin C. The fruits of the hardy kiwi contain 4 times more vitamin C than lemons.
Flowering: in June, white flowers, female variety, very productive; the fruits are very tasty and sweet, and ripen steadily in September–October; fruits are very large – 5 × 3 cm. Begins to bear fruit in the 3rd–4th year after planting. Pollinators can include the 'Issai' variety or male plants of the 'Male' or 'Great Pollinator' variety. One pollinator is enough for several ‘Jumbo’ plants.
Care: Performs well in our climate; in winter, the lower parts of young plants can be covered with bark to protect them from severe frosts. Best pruned in late autumn or winter (before the start of vegetation). Tolerates average soils, but prefers fertile, moderately rich, and not too dry soils (organic fertilization is best). Sunny location.
Planting: Twines around all kinds of supports; suitable for planting near gazebos, pergolas, fences, posts, home gardens, allotments, and commercial plantations.