Can You Grow Kiwi in Yukon?
Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1
Kiwis need a long frost-free season and both sexes to fruit — without a male vine there's no fruit.
Plant zones
Yukon last frost
Yukon 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 Yukon
Yukon has a subarctic continental climate with extreme cold winters but surprisingly warm and long summer days. Whitehorse is Zone 1b-2a. Some vegetables succeed with cold frames and fast-maturing varieties.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Kiwi in Yukon?
Kiwis need a long frost-free season and both sexes to fruit — without a male vine there's no fruit.
What zone is Yukon?
Yukon spans Canadian Zone 1 (0, 1).
When do you plant Kiwis in Yukon?
See the planting guide for Kiwi — timing depends on your exact frost date.