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Actinidia arguta ‘Fifty-Five’
The earliest arguta kiwi to ripen in our collection, about 2–3 weeks earlier than ‘Ken’s Red’ or ‘Dumbarton Oaks.’

  • Recommended Spacing: 15' apart on a 6' tall trellis
  • Hardiness Zones: 5–8

Plant Characteristics

  • Pest Resistance: Excellent
  • Disease Resistance: Excellent
  • Drought Tolerance: Good
  • Heat Tolerance: Good
  • Humidity Tolerance: Excellent
  • Sun Tolerance: Very Good
  • Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
  • Shade Tolerance: Good
  • No Spray Required: Excellent
  • Salt Tolerance: Fair
  • Fresh for Kids: Very Good
  • Deer Resistance: Fair
  • Thorns: No

Plant Details

  • Plant Type: Vine
  • Soil Type: Well-drained
  • Edible Type: Fruit
  • Self-Fertile: No

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.

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