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Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia) – self-fertile climbing fruit plant – 13 cm pot – 45 cm tall

Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia) – self-fertile climbing fruit plant – 13 cm pot – 45 cm tall

Self-fertile fruiting climber

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Diamètre : 13 cm · Hauteur : 45 cm
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‘Jenny’ Kiwi: the self-fertile climbing fruit plant that delights and decorates

‘Jenny’ Kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa ‘Jenny’) is a hardy, self-fertile fruiting vine, ideal for covering a wall, fence or trellis in full sun while producing delicious green-fleshed kiwis in autumn—and all from a single plant.

  • Self-fertility: self-fertile variety—one plant is enough to bear fruit, with no separate male pollinator plant needed
  • Flowering: small, fragrant white flowers in spring, rich in nectar and attractive to bees and bumblebees
  • Foliage: deciduous, with large, bright green, heart-shaped leaves that are decorative all summer; fast-growing
  • Fruiting: oval kiwis with velvety brown skin and sweet green flesh, ripening from late August to October
  • Exposure: full sun is essential for good fruit set; shelter from cold winds and late spring frosts
  • Hardiness: once well established, this hardy plant withstands winter temperatures down to around -15°C, making it perfectly suited to gardens in France
  • Packaging: 1 plant, 13 cm pot, 45 cm tall, ready to plant in the garden or in a container on the terrace

Sourced directly from our partner nurseries, this self-fertile ‘Jenny’ Kiwi plant gives you a vigorous start to a productive, self-sufficient fruiting vine from its very first growing season.

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Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia) – self-fertile climbing fruit plant – 13 cm pot – 45 cm tall

Propriétés des plantes

Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia)


Exposition
Sun
Eau
Regular
Difficulté de culture
Amateur
Toxicité animaux
Non-toxic
Rusticité
Down to -15 °C
Hauteur à maturité
4 to 6 meters
Sol
Rich, fresh, well-drained
Fertilisation
Organic fertilizer in early spring
Distance de plantation
About 3 meters
Plante à protéger du gel
No
Type de climat
Tempered
Nom latin
Actinidia deliciosa 'Jenny'
Noms communs
Kiwi
Famille botanique
Actinidiaceae
Origine
China
Port
Climbing
Forme du feuillage
Heart-shaped
Couleur du feuillage
Green, reddish young shoots
Couleur de floraison
Cream white
Mois de floraison
May to June
Feuillage
Null and void
Parfumé
Yes
Mellifère
Yes
Usage
Trellis, lattice, pergola, pot
Destination
Open ground / Pot

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Everything You Need to Know About Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia) – self-fertile climbing fruit plant – 13 cm pot – 45 cm tall

Is the 'Jenny' kiwi really self-fertile? Do you need another plant to get fruit?

Yes, the 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa 'Jenny') is one of the very few truly self-fertile varieties: a single plant is enough to produce fruit, without a separate male pollinator plant. Its hermaphrodite flowers have both functional stamens and a well-developed pistil, allowing for efficient self-pollination. Planting a second plant nearby (or installing a pollinator hive in the garden) can improve the yield, but it is not essential to obtain kiwis with this plant alone.

When and how to plant the 'Jenny' kiwi in the garden or in a pot?

The best time to plant the 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa) is in spring, from April to late May, when the soil has warmed and the risk of night frosts has passed. Choose a full-sun location against a south or southwest-facing wall, and prepare a planting hole twice as wide and deep as the root ball. Incorporate a generous amount of well-rotted compost to enrich the soil, then water thoroughly at planting and over the following days.

What exposure should be chosen to grow the 'Jenny' Kiwi well?

The 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa) is a full-sun plant that requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to flower and fruit properly. A south- or southwest-facing wall is ideal: it absorbs heat during the day and releases it at night, extending the growing season. Avoid locations exposed to prevailing cold winds, which can burn young shoots in spring during bud break.

When does the 'Jenny' kiwi fruit flower and bear fruit?

The 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa) flowers in spring, generally from May to June depending on the region. Its slightly creamy white flowers, with a subtle fragrance, are very attractive to bees and bumblebees. Fruiting takes place from late August through October: the fruit reaches optimal maturity when the flesh yields softly to pressure from a finger. 'Jenny' kiwifruits are slightly smaller than those found in stores, but their taste is often considered more fragrant and sweeter. Generally, allow 3 to 5 years after planting for a first proper harvest.

Is the 'Jenny' kiwi resistant to frost and harsh winters?

The 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa) is a hardy variety that can withstand winter temperatures down to around -15°C once the plant is well established, after two to three years in the ground. The woody parts (stems, framework) can overwinter without protection in most of France. The main concern is late spring frosts: tender young shoots emerging in March and April can be damaged by frost, delaying flowering and therefore the harvest.

What pruning should be done on the 'Jenny' kiwi to obtain beautiful fruit?

Pruning the 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa) is done in two stages. In winter, from December to February, shorten the lateral branches that bore fruit the previous year to 3 or 4 buds above the base: this is the main pruning that structures the framework. In summer, after flowering and fruit set (June-July), pinch the secondary shoots to 5 or 6 leaves beyond the last visible fruit, in order to concentrate the sap towards the developing kiwis.

Can the 'Jenny' kiwi fruit grow in a pot on a balcony or terrace?

Yes, the 'Jenny' kiwi (Actinidia deliciosa) grows very well in a large pot or container on a sunny balcony or terrace. Choose a container of at least 50 litres, with excellent drainage at the bottom (clay pebbles or gravel), and a rich potting mix combining multipurpose compost and organic compost. In a pot, it requires more water than when planted in the ground: water regularly in summer, and never allow the potting mix to dry out completely.

Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia) – self-fertile climbing fruit plant – 13 cm pot – 45 cm tall

The essentials about Kiwi ‘Jenny’ (Actinidia) – self-fertile climbing fruit plant – 13 cm pot – 45 cm tall

Kiwi 'Jenny' (Actinidia deliciosa): characteristics and benefits

The Kiwi 'Jenny' (Actinidia deliciosa 'Jenny') is a hardy, self-fertile fruiting vine, a real star in modern fruit gardens. Its deciduous foliage, with large heart-shaped leaves in an intense green, elegantly dresses trellises, pergolas, and fences from May to November. In spring, the plant is covered in fragrant white flowers that are highly appreciated by pollinators. In autumn, it offers a harvest of oval kiwis with sweet green flesh rich in vitamin C. Self-fertile, a single plant is enough to bear fruit, making it one of the easiest and most productive fruiting vines in the garden.

Where to plant the Kiwi 'Jenny'? Exposure and hardiness

The Kiwi 'Jenny' thrives in full sun, ideally against a south or southwest-facing wall that accumulates and radiates heat. In regions with a temperate or oceanic climate, it thrives in the ground in the vast majority of French gardens. Its hardiness down to around -15°C makes it suitable for continental winters, provided the plant is well established (from the second year onwards). For other full-sun plants with strong decorative and fruiting appeal, see our full selection.

How to care for the Kiwi 'Jenny'?

  • Soil: moist, deep, well-drained, slightly acidic (pH 5.5 to 7), enriched with compost at planting.
  • Watering: regular in summer, deeply 1 to 2 times a week in dry weather, with mulch at the base to limit evaporation.
  • Pruning: winter pruning in January-February (shorten the shoots to 3-4 buds) and summer pinching after fruit set (to 5-6 leaves beyond the fruit).
  • Exposure: full sun is essential, minimum 6 hours per day, against a solid support (trellis, pergola, tensioned wires).

Kiwi 'Jenny' in the garden: flowering, foliage and associations

In spring, the Kiwi 'Jenny' is covered in tender light green foliage, then cream-white delicately scented flowers, which are frequently visited by bees. In summer, the dense and vigorous foliage forms a cooling plant screen, ideal for hiding a wall or creating a natural privacy screen. In autumn, the kiwis form and ripen gradually from late August to October, offering a harvest that lasts for several weeks. The foliage then takes on beautiful hues before falling, revealing a graphic framework in winter.

Buy the Kiwi 'Jenny' at Plant and Stories

This Kiwi 'Jenny' plant is offered in a 13 cm pot, at a height of 45 cm, ready to be planted directly in the garden or in a container on a terrace. Coming directly from our partner nursery, it benefits from careful rooting and rigorous selection to guarantee you a vigorous and healthy plant upon delivery. Self-fertile, it bears fruit on its own: order your Kiwi 'Jenny' now and plant this generous fruiting vine that will reward you every autumn with a beautiful harvest of delicious fruit.

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