{"product_id":"cold-hardy-prolific-kiwi","title":"Cold Hardy 'Prolific' Kiwi","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe Perfect Plants Cold Hardy Kiwi (Actinidia arguta 'Prolific') is a vigorous climbing vine that produces clusters of smooth-skinned, grape-sized kiwiberries right in your own backyard. Unlike traditional kiwi varieties that demand tropical conditions, this 'Prolific' vine thrives in USDA Zones 4-8 and withstands temperatures down to -25 degrees F, making backyard kiwi growing possible across much of the country. The fruit is fuzz-free with thin, edible skin, so you eat them whole just like grapes, no peeling required. The flavor is sweet and aromatic, noticeably richer than anything store-bought. Each vine is self-fertile, meaning it will produce a real harvest on its own, though planting a male Actinidia arguta within 100 feet will noticeably boost yields. Fruit ripens September through October and can be enjoyed fresh, ripened on the counter, or frozen for later. This fast-growing vine reaches 20-25 ft. at maturity and quickly covers trellises, pergolas, fences, and arbors with lush foliage. Plant in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil, space vines at least 10 feet apart, and have a sturdy support structure ready at planting time. Water consistently during the first season to establish roots, feed each spring with a balanced fertilizer, and prune hard every winter while dormant to keep yields high and growth in check. Once established, the 'Prolific' is low-maintenance with no significant pest or disease issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnique Plant Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold hardy to -25 degrees F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Thrives in USDA Zones 4-8, surviving freezes that destroy traditional kiwi vines; a true fruit-bearing option for northern gardeners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelf-fertile vine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Produces a full harvest without a male pollinator; plant a male Actinidia arguta within 100 feet to noticeably increase yields even further\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFuzz-free, grape-sized kiwiberries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Smooth, thin-skinned fruit you eat whole like grapes; no peeling needed; fruit ripens September through October with sweet, rich flavor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing and versatile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Vigorous vine reaches 20-25 ft. and quickly covers trellises, pergolas, fences, and arbors; space vines 10 ft. apart with sturdy support in place before planting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLow-maintenance once established: Resistant to common pests and diseases; prune hard each winter while dormant and feed each spring with balanced fertilizer to keep harvests heavy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo read more from the FDA, click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/animal-health-literacy\/potentially-dangerous-items-your-pet\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/animal-veterinary\/animal-health-literacy\/potentially-dangerous-items-your-pet\" class=\"external\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding: 0.00% 0 0 0; position: relative;\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/896222664?badge=0\u0026amp;autopause=0\u0026amp;player_id=0\u0026amp;app_id=58479\" style=\"position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%;\" title=\"Our Story | Perfect Plants Nursery\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Costco Perfect Plants","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon","offer_id":43965755424856,"sku":"CN-Kiwi-1","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0567\/0449\/9800\/files\/Kiwi_ColdHardyProlific_1_AS381017492.jpg?v=1775651781","url":"https:\/\/costco.myperfectplants.com\/products\/cold-hardy-prolific-kiwi","provider":"Costco Next Perfect Plants","version":"1.0","type":"link"}