How to prune hardy kiwi 'ananasnaya'

Late winter (February–March) while fully dormant to avoid heavy sap bleeding. Establish 2–3 permanent horizontal leaders tied to wires. Each winter, cut fruiting laterals back to 2–4 buds from the main framework. Remove completely any canes older than 3–4 years and train strong new replacements.

Annually (essential). Hardy Kiwi 'Ananasnaya' is a vigorous climber that requires systematic annual pruning to manage rampant growth and maximise fruiting. Without pruning it will swamp its support. Fruits are borne on short spurs from second-year wood. Train a permanent framework and prune laterals back each winter.

Establish 2–3 permanent horizontal leaders tied to wires. Each winter, cut fruiting laterals back to 2–4 buds from the main framework. Remove completely any canes older than 3–4 years and train strong new replacements.