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Hardy kiwi vine male 'Weima'
Actinidia arguta 'Weima'
Male hardy kiwi vine Actinidia arguta 'Weima' is a vigorous, non-fruiting climber. A vital pollinator for female varieties like 'Ken’s Red', 'Jumbo' or 'Issai'. Ensures abundant crops.
Description
Height at maturity
4 to 6 m
Wingspan at maturity
3 to 5 m
Exposure
Sun, partial shade
Flowering
May - June
Hardiness
-25°C
Origin
Asia
Hardy kiwi vine (male) 'Weima' – Actinidia arguta 'Weima'
Main interest
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.
Origins and characteristics
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
Description and traits
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
Flowering
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
Light and soil
Ideal exposure: Full sun or bright partial shade
Preferred soil: Rich, deep, humus-rich, well-drained
Planting
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)
Watering
At planting: Water regularly during the first two years
At maturity: Moderate needs. Tolerates short droughts
Pruning
When and how to prune: Structural pruning in winter; summer pruning to manage vigorous growth
Propagation
Methods: Hardwood or semi-hardwood cuttings
Garden uses
Ideal placement: Fences, pergolas, walls, trellises. Suited to fruit gardens, edible hedges, or small orchards
Recommended companions: Female hardy kiwi cultivars (see below)
Compatible female varieties
'Weima' effectively pollinates the following female cultivars:
- Actinidia arguta 'Ken’s Red'
- Actinidia arguta 'Maki'
- Actinidia arguta 'Geneva'
- Actinidia arguta 'Jumbo'
- Actinidia arguta 'Ananasnaya' (Anna)
- Actinidia arguta 'Issai' (partially self-fertile but yields better with 'Weima')
Pest and disease resistance
Potential issues: Low susceptibility. Occasional aphids or scale insects
Natural prevention tips: Provide airflow, encourage plant diversity, use mulch
Growing tips
Practical advice: Provide strong support. Prune regularly to contain vigor. Plant near female vines for effective pollination
Summary
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.
Features
- Common name : Hardy kiwi vine male 'Weima'
- Family : Actinidiaceae
- Category : fruit tree
- Spread : 3 to 5 m
- Foliage : deciduous
- Use : isolated - orchard
- Soil : rich and well-drained
- Habit : climbing
- Growth : Fast
- Enemies : aphid - cochineal
- Possible diseases : Nothing to report
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