By Bonnie L. Grant There are approximately 50 types of kiwi fruit. The variety you choose to grow in your landscape will depend upon your zone and the space you have available. Some vines can grow up to 40 feet, which requires excessive trellising and space. There are 4 species that are cultivated for gardens: arctic, hardy, fuzzy, and hairless (Actinidia chinensis). Each have different characteristics, frost tolerance and flavor. Choose your kiwi plant types by your location but also by your flavor and size preferences. Types of Kiwi Fruit Kiwis were once thought to be tropical to sub-tropical vines but careful breeding has resulted in cultivars which thrive in temperatures down to -30 degrees Fahrenheit (-34 C.), such as the Arctic kiwi or Actinidia kolomikta. This is good news for kiwi lovers who want to produce their own fruit. Different varieties of kiwi may have seeded or seedless, fuzzy
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