'Jenny' Fuzzy Kiwi

Jenny kiwi vines produce brown, fuzzy kiwis, with sweet, green, juicy flesh. The fruit have a tropical flavour, with a perfect amount of sweetness, and a touch of acidity.

Nutrient-rich, and low in calories, kiwi fruit are excellent for fresh eating, juicing, smoothies, baking and preserves.

As a self-fertile kiwi variety, 'Jenny' kiwi vines do not need a separate male pollinator plant to produce fruit. That means you only need one vine. This saves on space, which is helpful as kiwis are large, heavy vines that require a structure to climb, such as a pergola or sturdy trellis.

Plan your planting location, and then plan for bountiful harvests. Mature vines can produce 50-100 pounds of fruit per plant.

Common names: Jenny Kiwi Vine

Edible: Fruit
Harvest timing: Early fall

Scientific name: Actinidia deliciosa 'Jenny'
Light requirements: Full sun to part sun
Full-grown size: 15-20' long x 6-10' wide, depending on pruning
Hardiness: Zone 7
Pollination: Self-fertile (you don't need separate male and female plants)
Wildlife: Flowers attract pollinators.
Origin: 'Jenny' was bred in England, but kiwis originate from East Asia.
Noteworthy: Very large vines that need a sturdy support structure.