Anna Hardy Kiwi

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Also known as: Ananasnaya

Russia

Widely regarded as the best-performing hardy kiwi cultivar for home orchards, valued for productivity and a flavor some describe as pineapple-like.

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Growing & Care

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 4-9

Pollination

Needs a male pollinator — pairs well with a compatible male such as 119-40.

Care info

A vigorous, heavy-bearing vine that's become the standard female cultivar for home hardy kiwi plantings.

Recommendations

The most commonly recommended hardy kiwi variety for a first planting — pair with a male like 119-40 or Dumbarton Oaks.

Flavor Profile

Sweet with notes some describe as pineapple or banana-like

Quick facts

Skin color

Smooth green

Size

Grape-sized

Hardiness zone

USDA Zones 4-9