{"product_id":"hardy-kiwi-prolific-self-fertile","title":"Prolific Hardy Kiwi (self-fertile)","description":"\u003cp\u003eActinidia arguta ‘Prolific’ is a cold-hardy kiwi vine that produces smooth-skinned, grape-sized kiwis you can eat whole—no peeling required. Often called hardy kiwi or kiwi berry, this vigorous vine is known for heavy yields once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other kiwi varieties, Prolific is a self-fertile female variety, meaning you do not have to plant a male hardy kiwi to get fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants start shipping in spring after danger of freezing and will come in robust 2\" plugs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"550\" data-start=\"516\"\u003eWhy Grow ‘Prolific’ Hardy Kiwi?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"675\" data-start=\"552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"582\" data-start=\"552\"\u003eEat Off the Vine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"585\" data-start=\"582\"\u003eEnjoy small, smooth fruits with classic kiwi flavor—but without the mouthful of fuzz. Unlike the larger fuzzy kiwis, hardy kiwi is perfect for fresh eating right off the vine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"677\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"699\" data-start=\"677\"\u003eCold-Hardy Kiwi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"702\" data-start=\"699\"\u003eHandles much colder winters than grocery-store fuzzy kiwis, making it suitable for many temperate climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"899\" data-start=\"805\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"833\" data-start=\"805\"\u003eVigorous \u0026amp; Long-Lived\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"836\" data-start=\"833\"\u003eA perennial vine that can produce for decades once established. 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Avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1391\" data-start=\"1258\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1271\" data-start=\"1258\"\u003eSunlight: \u003c\/strong\u003eFull sun to partial shade. Full sun promotes best fruiting, while light afternoon shade can help in hot climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1537\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1406\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003eWatering: \u003c\/strong\u003eWater regularly, especially during establishment and fruit development. Consistent moisture supports vine health and fruit size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1539\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1554\" data-start=\"1539\"\u003eHarvesting: \u003c\/strong\u003eFruits are ready when they soften slightly and reach full size. Harvest before hard frost—fruit will continue to sweeten off the vine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1691\" data-start=\"1539\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrellising:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plan for a \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003estrong trellis or arbor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e—these vines are vigorous and heavy when mature. You may also need to cut them back every year to prevent unwanted spread.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eYou can expect fruit in 3–5 years, with increasing yields over time. 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