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Can You Grow Kiwi in Missouri?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Kiwis grow well here on a sunny trellis with male and female vines together.

Plant zones

5a–9a

Missouri last frost

early April

Missouri first frost

late October

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.

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Gardening in Missouri

Missouri has a humid continental climate. Kansas City and St. Louis are Zone 6a-6b; northern Missouri is cooler at Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a long growing window.