{"product_id":"actinidia-arguta-chung-bai-changbai-kiwi","title":"Actinidia Arguta 'Chung Bai' (Changbai) - Female Kiwi","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta 'Chung Bai'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eFemale Kiwi\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a variety of \u003cstrong\u003esmall-fruited kiwi\u003c\/strong\u003e often called \u003cstrong\u003ehardy kiwi\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003ewinter kiwi\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike traditional kiwis, \u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta\u003c\/strong\u003e produces smaller fruits that are edible without peeling and are very rich in vitamin C. Here is information regarding the \u003cstrong\u003ecare\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003elighting\u003c\/strong\u003e needs of this plant:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare for Actinidia arguta 'Chung Bai' (Female Kiwi)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers \u003cstrong\u003ewell-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e rich in organic matter. It thrives in slightly acidic to neutral soils. Heavy clay or excessively dry soil will not be suitable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIf your soil is heavy, you can amend it with compost or sand to improve drainage and structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe female kiwi requires \u003cstrong\u003emoderate watering\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's important to keep the soil slightly moist but avoid overwatering, which could lead to root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDuring dry spells, thorough watering is essential, especially during the growing season, but ensure that water does not stand around the roots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta\u003c\/strong\u003e benefits from \u003cstrong\u003emoderate annual fertilization\u003c\/strong\u003e. In spring, you can add organic fertilizer or compost around the base of the plant to provide nutrients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIf your soil is already rich in organic matter, you may not need additional fertilizer. Avoid excessive fertilization, as this could promote overly rapid growth at the expense of fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThis plant is a \u003cstrong\u003eclimbing vine\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it is recommended to \u003cstrong\u003eprune it regularly\u003c\/strong\u003e to control its growth and encourage fruit production. Pruning is usually done in late winter or early spring before active growth begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRemove dead, damaged, or misplaced stems to promote better air circulation and light penetration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePruning also stimulates fruiting, as it encourages the formation of new shoots on which fruits develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSupport\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e'Chung Bai'\u003c\/strong\u003e kiwi is a climbing plant that requires \u003cstrong\u003estrong support\u003c\/strong\u003e to thrive. Use trellises, pergolas, or tensioned wires to guide the plant in a vertical or horizontal direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIt's important to prune the plant to prevent it from becoming too invasive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAlthough \u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta\u003c\/strong\u003e is \u003cstrong\u003ehardy\u003c\/strong\u003e and tolerates cold temperatures (down to -25°C), in regions with particularly harsh winters, a light \u003cstrong\u003emulch\u003c\/strong\u003e around the base of the roots can provide additional protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGenerally, the plant can survive winter conditions without protection once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLighting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Sun to Partial Shade\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta\u003c\/strong\u003e prefers a \u003cstrong\u003efull sun location\u003c\/strong\u003e to produce quality fruit. Full sun allows for good fruit ripening and optimal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHowever, in very hot areas, a little \u003cstrong\u003elight afternoon shade\u003c\/strong\u003e can be beneficial to prevent leaves from scorching, especially during heatwaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWind Exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWhile good sun exposure is important, \u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta\u003c\/strong\u003e can be sensitive to \u003cstrong\u003estrong winds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Therefore, it is preferable to plant this variety in a location protected from strong winds, which can damage its stems and hinder fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharacteristics of Actinidia arguta 'Chung Bai'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eType\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perennial climbing plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit\u003c\/strong\u003e: The fruits are small, green to light yellow, and have smooth skin, making them edible without needing to be peeled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering\u003c\/strong\u003e: The plant produces white flowers in spring, but due to the dioecious nature of kiwis (female and male required for pollination), you will need a \u003cstrong\u003emale plant\u003c\/strong\u003e (e.g., 'Arctic') nearby for this female variety to bear fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fruits mature in \u003cstrong\u003eautumn\u003c\/strong\u003e, generally in September or October, depending on climatic conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActinidia arguta 'Chung Bai'\u003c\/strong\u003e (Female Kiwi) is a climbing plant that requires \u003cstrong\u003ewell-drained\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emoist soil\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as a location in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun or partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is relatively easy to care for with moderate watering, annual fertilization, and regular pruning to encourage good fruiting. Its \u003cstrong\u003efruit\u003c\/strong\u003e is small, tasty, and can be eaten directly without peeling. For optimal fruit production, a male plant is needed nearby for pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"FleurExcel Inc.","offers":[{"title":"2 gallons","offer_id":48305456218416,"sku":"","price":33.95,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4658\/6672\/files\/shutterstock_705601192_512x626_2d8a6a64-9c26-423f-b4a6-4564141b8eaa.webp?v=1714488664","url":"https:\/\/fleurexcel.com\/en\/products\/actinidia-arguta-chung-bai-changbai-kiwi","provider":"FleurExcel Inc.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}