Kiwi Vine
Actinidia deliciosa
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Kiwi Vine
Kiwi vine (Actinidia deliciosa) is a vigorous deciduous vine from China bearing fragrant white flowers and large heart-shaped leaves, requiring both male and female plants for fruit production. It is not recommended for NE Florida zone 9b due to insufficient chilling hours, excessive summer heat, and high susceptibility to root-knot nematodes in sandy soils. Starting at $79.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Kiwi vine requires full sun (8+ hours) for fruit production. However, Actinidia deliciosa is not recommended for NE Florida zone 9b — summers are too hot and humid, winters lack sufficient chilling hours, and root-knot nematodes in sandy soils cause serious decline.
Requires moderate, consistent moisture and well-drained soil; cannot tolerate waterlogging. Note: Actinidia deliciosa is not well-adapted to NE Florida — the hot, low-elevation climate prevents reliable fruiting.
Prefers deep, fertile, well-drained loam (pH 6.0–6.5) with ample organic matter. In Florida's sandy soils, heavy amendment is required, but root-knot nematode pressure typically limits long-term viability of this species in zone 9b.
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Common questions
Is Kiwi Vine a good plant for St. Augustine?
Kiwi Vine is a vine for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 15-30 feet × 10-15 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.