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Can You Grow Kiwi in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Won't grow here

Kiwis need a long frost-free season and both sexes to fruit — without a male vine there's no fruit.

Plant zones

5a–9a

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

3–6 years

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.

Full kiwi growing guide →

Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.

See what grows well in Northwest Territories →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Kiwi in Northwest Territories?

Kiwis need a long frost-free season and both sexes to fruit — without a male vine there's no fruit.

What zone is Northwest Territories?

Northwest Territories spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1, 2).

When do you plant Kiwis in Northwest Territories?

See the planting guide for Kiwi — timing depends on your exact frost date.