Can You Grow Kiwi in Ontario?
Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Kiwis grow well here on a sunny trellis with male and female vines together.
Plant zones
Ontario last frost
Ontario 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 Ontario
Ontario spans several climate zones. Northern Ontario is Zone 3-4 with short seasons; southern Ontario is Zone 5-7 with long productive seasons. The Niagara Peninsula is one of Canada's premier fruit-growing regions.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Kiwi in Ontario?
Kiwis grow well here on a sunny trellis with male and female vines together.
What zone is Ontario?
Ontario spans Canadian Zone 5 (3, 4, 5, 6, 7).
When do you plant Kiwis in Ontario?
See the planting guide for Kiwi — timing depends on your exact frost date.