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Actinidia arguta (Geneva)

The Geneva kiwi is part of the Dr. Slate collection, originally discovered near Hedrick Hall at the Cornell Experiment Station in Geneva, New York. It has been a consistent producer at our nursery since 1990. The medium-sized, round, shouldered fruit ripens mid-season, between Dumbarton Oaks and Anna. This is a female kiwi, so be sure to order a male variety (listed below) for cross-pollination. Best suited for Zones 5-8.

Plant Characteristics:

  • Pest Resistance: Very Good
  • Disease Resistance: Excellent
  • Drought Tolerance: Good
  • Heat Tolerance: Very Good
  • Humidity Tolerance: Excellent
  • Sun Tolerance: Excellent
  • Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
  • Shade Tolerance: Good
  • No Spray: Excellent
  • Salt Tolerance: Fair
  • Fresh for Kids: Excellent
  • Deer Resistance: Fair
  • Thorns: None
  • 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 feedback are always welcome!

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