Ken’s Red Kiwi Seeds for Planting – Grow Sweet & Unique Red Kiwi Fruits

Grow Ken’s Red Kiwi (Actinidia purpurea x arguta), a cold-hardy kiwi variety known for its vibrant red skin and juicy, sweet flesh. This unique variety is high-yielding and vigorous, producing delicious, smooth-skinned fruits perfect for fresh eating.

Key Features:

• Deep red, smooth-skinned fruits with sweet, juicy flesh
• Cold-hardy and vigorous grower
• High-yielding variety, perfect for home gardens
• Requires a male pollinator for fruit production

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Actinidia purpurea x arguta
• Plant Type: Perennial Fruit Vine
• Mature Height: 15-20 feet (requires strong support)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil (pH 5.5-7.0)
• Watering Needs: Keep soil evenly moist

How to Plant:

1. Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before planting.
2. Cold stratify in a damp paper towel in the fridge for 4-6 weeks to improve germination.
3. Sow ¼ inch deep in moist, well-draining soil at 70-80°F.
4. Transplant seedlings once they reach 6-8 inches tall.
5. Provide strong trellising or support for climbing vines.