Actinidia chinensis - Kiwi

continental : Place these plants in a sunny place, where they can be exposed for at least few hours a day to direct sunlight.
There are not big problems to grow these plants, since they can easily tolerate also very intense frosts.

alpine : We remind to place these plants always in a very bright location, exposed to direct sunlight.
They are rustic plants that tolerate frost very well; therefore they can be grown outside all year long.

mediterranean : Try to place the Actinidia chinensis in a location well exposed to sunlight all year long.
This plant is very rustic and tolerate winter climate without any problem.

Fertilize Actinidia chinensis : Fertilizings shall be rather regular and generous; it is advisable to use a slow-release fertilizer, which releases a continuous action for about 3-4 months. Therefore, starting from winter, mix a granular fertilizer with the soil every 3-4 months.

continental : These plants shall be watered regularly from March to October, avoiding excessive waterings and remember to allow the soil to dry out well between two waterings. During cold months we can avoid watering.

alpine : Water the Actinidia chinensis regularly, specially in summer, always allowing the soil to dry out completely between two waterings.

mediterranean : It is advisable to water these plants regularly, using a good amount of water and watering deeply the soil; allow the soil to dry out between two waterings.

Pests Actinidia chinensis : We suggest to apply at the end of winter a Bordeaux mixture treatment, to be applied again after blossoming; check the presence of fungal parasites which shall be eliminated immediately. In autumn spray all the foliage with a broad-spectrum fungicide, to avoid fungal spores to winter near the plant.