Overwintering guide
How to overwinter zespri gold kiwi
Winter watering
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
The mistake that kills zespri gold kiwi in winter
Cutting zespri gold kiwi hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.
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Overwintering zespri gold kiwi — FAQ
Does zespri gold kiwi need to come indoors for winter?
Zespri Gold Kiwi is hardy to roughly USDA zone 7 — winter lows around -18°C. That means it can stay outside all winter in most temperate gardens. Zespri Gold Kiwi is properly hardy and overwinters outside without fuss. Tidy away anything dead or diseased, apply a mulch over the crown to steady soil temperatures, and otherwise leave it alone — many hardy plants actually need a cold period to flower and grow well the following year. Save hard pruning for the right season rather than doing it in autumn.
When should I move zespri gold kiwi for winter?
Tidy and mulch in late autumn; leave the plant undisturbed until spring.
How often should I water zespri gold kiwi in winter?
No winter watering needed in open ground. Containers only need water in long dry, frost-free spells.
What kills zespri gold kiwi over winter?
Cutting zespri gold kiwi hard back in autumn "to tidy up". That removes the growth that shelters the crown, and on some plants removes next season's flower buds entirely.