{"product_id":"kiwi-fruit-male-14cm-pot","title":"Kiwi Fruit Male - 14cm Pot","description":"\u003cimg alt=\"click and collect only\" height=\"55\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/CNC_SP_Banner.png?v=1644031012\" width=\"480\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMale Kiwi Fruit, also known as Chinese Gooseberry, is a vigorous deciduous climbing vine grown primarily as the pollinator for female Kiwi Fruit vines. It produces long canes and large, rounded green leaves that create lush coverage through the growing season before dropping in winter.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nUnlike the female vine, the male does not produce fruit. Instead, it produces flowers in late spring to early summer that provide the pollen required for female vines to set fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nOne male vine can pollinate up to approximately five compatible female Kiwi Fruit vines, making it an essential companion plant when growing traditional Actinidia deliciosa for fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nIts vigorous growth also makes it useful for covering sturdy pergolas, fences and trellises, although regular training and pruning will help keep the vine manageable.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMature size: approximately 5 to 10 metres high × 5 to 10 metres wide if left unrestricted. Growth can be managed considerably through training and pruning.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\nThe purpose of the male vine is to provide pollen for nearby female Kiwi Fruit vines.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eOne male can pollinate up to approximately five females\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eFor most home gardens, one male and one female is sufficient\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eAim to position the male approximately 1 to 6 metres from the female vines\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003ePlanting the male upwind of the females may assist pollination\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eMale vines flower but do not produce Kiwi Fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli\u003eAvoid pruning the male before flowering, as removing flower-bearing growth can reduce pollination\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\nChoose a sunny, preferably north-facing position with rich, well-drained soil and protection from strong winds. Around 4 to 6 hours of direct summer sunlight is ideal.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nBefore planting, improve the soil with compost and well-rotted manure. Dig the planting hole approximately twice as wide as the root ball and to the same depth, keeping the crown at soil level.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nKiwi Fruit prefers consistent moisture but dislikes wet feet, so good drainage is essential.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nMulch annually to conserve soil moisture, suppress weeds and improve the soil.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nFeed in spring and autumn with a suitable complete fertiliser or well-rotted manure.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nTrain the vine onto its support and prune to maintain a strong framework and control vigorous growth. Prune male vines after flowering, once they have completed their job of providing pollen for the female vines.\u003cbr\u003e\r\nAlthough dormant Kiwi Fruit vines tolerate frost, fresh spring growth and flowers can be more vulnerable to frost damage.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Pollinating female Kiwi Fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Home orchards.\u003cbr\u003e\r\n– Edible gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49168815128827,"sku":"hkiwim14","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0453\/6601\/8210\/files\/38837_IMG-8313-8.jpg?v=1786513176","url":"https:\/\/warranglen.com.au\/products\/kiwi-fruit-male-14cm-pot","provider":"Warran Glen Garden Centre \u0026 Cafe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}