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Can You Grow Kiwi in New Brunswick?
Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5, 6
Kiwis grow well here on a sunny trellis with male and female vines together.
Plant zones
New Brunswick last frost
New Brunswick first frost
Days to harvest
About Kiwi
Kiwi (hardy or fuzzy) is a vigorous fruiting vine that produces loads of sweet-tart fruit — but you need both male and female plants and a sturdy support.
Plant one male for every 6-8 female vines on a strong trellis. Prune hard in winter and summer to control vigor. Hardy kiwis (Actinidia arguta) crop in 3-5 years.
Gardening in New Brunswick
New Brunswick has a maritime continental climate. The Saint John River Valley is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a productive 5-6 month growing season. Known for potatoes, blueberries, and fiddleheads.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Kiwi in New Brunswick?
Kiwis grow well here on a sunny trellis with male and female vines together.
What zone is New Brunswick?
New Brunswick spans Canadian Zone 5 (4, 5, 6).
When do you plant Kiwis in New Brunswick?
See the planting guide for Kiwi — timing depends on your exact frost date.