Bring something unusual and delicious to your garden with Actinidia arguta ‘Super Issai’, a compact self-fertile hardy kiwi producing masses of smooth-skinned, grape-sized fruits. Unlike traditional kiwis, the sweet green fruits can be eaten whole straight from the vine — no peeling required.
Perfect for patios, pergolas, fences, or trained along wires, this vigorous climbing plant offers attractive heart-shaped foliage and excellent cropping potential even in smaller gardens. As a self-fertile variety, only one plant is needed to produce fruit, making it ideal for home growers with limited space.
Key Features
- Self-fertile hardy kiwi variety
- Produces sweet, smooth-skinned edible fruits
- Compact and productive climber
- Ideal for walls, trellises, pergolas, and containers
- Attractive ornamental foliage
- Easy to grow and winter hardy
Plant Details
- Botanical Name: Actinidia arguta ‘Super Issai’
- Common Name: Hardy Kiwi / Kiwi Berry
- Position: Full sun or partial shade
- Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
- Height & Spread: Up to 3–4m
- Fruit Harvest: Late summer to autumn
- Hardiness: Hardy in UK gardens
Growing Advice
Plant in a sheltered sunny position with support for climbing. Water regularly during dry periods and feed in spring for the best fruit production. Prune lightly in winter to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.
A fantastic choice for edible gardens, wildlife-friendly spaces, and gardeners looking for something a little different.
