Description
The 'Weima' hardy kiwi vine is a male dioecious climber of the species Actinidia arguta, used exclusively as a pollinator for female hardy kiwi cultivars. It produces no fruit, but is essential to fertilize numerous female varieties. Vigorous, resilient, and extremely cold-hardy, 'Weima' develops into a fast-growing, deciduous vine with abundant spring flowering. It is valued for its synchronous blooming with several female cultivars, making it a highly effective pollinator in gardens and home orchards. 'Weima' is key to ensuring successful fruiting on female kiwi vines.
Native range: East Asia (China, Korea, Japan)
Botanical family: Actinidiaceae
Notable features: Male only, no fruit. Selected for abundant flowering and excellent compatibility as a pollinator
Mature height: 4 to 6 metres
Mature spread: 3 to 5 metres (depending on support)
Growth habit: Twining vine, requires training
Bark: Light brown, slightly peeling
Foliage: Deciduous, bright green, oval with finely toothed margins
Growth rate: Fast to very fast
Hardiness: Excellent – down to –25 °C
Bloom period: May to June
Flower details: White, non-fruiting male flowers with prominent stamens; rich in nectar
Wildlife value: Attracts pollinators and beneficial insects
Ideal exposure: Full sun or bright partial shade
Preferred soil: Rich, deep, humus-rich, well-drained
Soil preparation tips: Add mature compost or potting soil. Plant within 5 metres of female vines
Recommended ratio: 1 male vine per 5 to 7 female vines
Support: Requires a sturdy structure (trellis, pergola, fence)
At planting: Water regularly during the first two years
At maturity: Moderate needs. Tolerates short droughts
When and how to prune: Structural pruning in winter; summer pruning to manage vigorous growth
Methods: Hardwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Ideal placement: Fences, pergolas, walls, trellises. Suited to fruit gardens, edible hedges, or small orchards
Recommended companions: Female hardy kiwi cultivars (see below)
'Weima' effectively pollinates the following female cultivars:
Potential issues: Low susceptibility. Occasional aphids or scale insects
Natural prevention tips: Provide airflow, encourage plant diversity, use mulch
Practical advice: Provide strong support. Prune regularly to contain vigor. Plant near female vines for effective pollination
The male hardy kiwi vine 'Weima' is a vigorous, cold-hardy climbing plant with no fruit, essential for pollinating female Actinidia arguta cultivars. Ideal for home orchards and edible gardens.
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