{"product_id":"kiwi-issai-hardy-1gal-br","title":"Kiwi: Issai Hardy - 1Gal (Br)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"630\"\u003eThe Issai Hardy Kiwi is a compact, self-pollinating vine prized for its smooth, grape-sized green fruit with a sweet tropical flavour. Unlike fuzzy grocery-store kiwis, the fruit can be eaten whole right off the vine. Its vigorous twining stems are covered in rich green foliage that creates an attractive screen or arbor covering during the growing season. In late spring, small fragrant white flowers appear before the fruit develops. In the Regina area, Issai performs best in a warm, sheltered microclimate with winter protection, as it is hardier than standard kiwi but can still suffer dieback during severe prairie winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"643\" data-end=\"654\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 ft (3–4.5 m) vine length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–6 ft (1.2–1.8 m) with support structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"764\"\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to fast once established\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"823\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Full sun for best flowering and fruit production\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"886\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil with consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"943\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular watering during summer, especially during fruiting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 4b–5 with protection; sheltered south-facing locations work best in Regina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a sturdy trellis, arbor, or fence for climbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune in late winter to control size and encourage fruiting wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply compost or balanced fertilizer in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eWinter Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch heavily around the root zone and protect young vines from harsh winter winds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fertile, so only one plant is required for fruit production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bron \u0026 Sons","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42254889910327,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/3306\/8855\/files\/download_d666fe74-ef54-4a2c-b5e3-eb24d5ef073d.jpg?v=1780413468","url":"https:\/\/sherwood-greenhouse-and-gardencentre-ltd.myshopify.com\/products\/kiwi-issai-hardy-1gal-br","provider":"Sherwood Greenhouse and Garden Centre Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}