Issai Kiwi Seeds for Planting – Grow Sweet & Self-Pollinating Kiwi Fruits

Grow Issai Kiwi (Actinidia arguta 'Issai'), a self-pollinating hardy kiwi that produces deliciously sweet, smooth-skinned, bite-sized fruits. This cold-hardy vine is perfect for home gardens, requiring no separate pollinator to bear fruit.

Key Features:

• Self-fertile – no need for a second plant
• Sweet, smooth, fuzz-free edible skin
• Cold-hardy and fast-growing
• Compact size, ideal for small spaces

Growing Information:

• Botanical Name: Actinidia arguta 'Issai'
• Plant Type: Perennial Fruit Vine
• Mature Height: 10-12 feet (requires support)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic 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 support for climbing vines.