Minimum: 10+ Seeds

Rare Kidney-Shaped Fruit with High-Yielding Heirloom Flavor

Step into the world of truly extraordinary fruit with Double Kiwi, an heirloom variety that produces fascinating twin-shaped, kidney-like fruits bursting with sweet, emerald-green flesh. Perfect for home gardeners, fruit enthusiasts, chefs, and seed collectors, this kiwi is more than just a delicious treat, it’s a conversation starter. Imagine harvesting fruit that looks like two kiwis fused together, their vibrant color, soft fuzz, and perfectly tangy flavor capturing the magic of the garden in every bite.

This rare variety combines eye-catching sculptural form with the classic sweet-tart kiwi taste. Each vine rewards patience with generous clusters of twin-shaped fruit that shine on your trellis or arbor, offering a striking display of beauty and bounty. Growing Double Kiwi from seed connects you to generations of heirloom cultivation while giving your garden a playful, exotic centerpiece.

Why Grow Double Kiwi?

• 🌱 Unique Twin-Shaped Fruit – Kidney-like, double-form kiwis are a rare novelty that spark wonder in the garden.

• 🍃 High-Yielding Heirloom – Produces abundant fruit with exceptional sweet-tart flavor.

• 🏡 Vigorous Climbing Vine – Ideal for trellises, fences, arbors, or vertical gardens.

• 🍴 Culinary & Fresh Eating – Delicious raw, in desserts, smoothies, preserves, or exotic dishes.

• 🐝 Pollinator-Friendly Flowers – Fragrant blooms attract bees, supporting healthy garden biodiversity.

• 🌿 Nutrient-Dense Fruit – Packed with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants for a healthy boost.

Growing Information

• Sunlight: Full sun for optimal fruit set; tolerates partial shade.

• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter; slightly acidic to neutral pH works best.

• Temperature: Hardy to USDA zones 7–9; young plants benefit from frost protection.

• Seed Sowing: Plant ½ inch deep in seed-starting mix; keep consistently moist.

• Spacing: Allow 6–10 feet between vines; train on trellises, arbors, or fences.

• Germination: 3–8 weeks; patience is key for seed-grown plants.

• Maturity: 2–4 years to first fruit; twin fruits are a lifelong reward.

• Care Tips: Water consistently, mulch to retain moisture, and prune annually to maintain airflow and shape.

Harvest & Use

• Harvest when fruits are firm but yield slightly under gentle pressure.

• Peel and enjoy fresh, slice for salads, blend into smoothies, or use in tropical desserts.

• Make jams, jellies, or sauces that highlight the kiwi’s vibrant flavor.

• Share the curiosity and delight of twin-shaped fruit with family, friends, and fellow gardeners.

Cultural & Historical Notes

• Native to China and prized worldwide for its sweet, tangy flavor, the Double Kiwi is an heirloom novelty known for its unusual fused form.

• Cultivating this variety offers a hands-on connection to heirloom breeding and garden artistry, providing both ornamental beauty and exceptional fruit production.

• This variety is a perfect mix of tradition, rarity, and visual delight, making it an heirloom gem for any serious fruit gardener.

Seed Details

• Heirloom, Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated

• Botanical Name: Actinidia deliciosa

• Plant Type: Woody climbing vine

Perfect For:

• 👩🌾 Home Gardeners – Eye-catching, delicious fruits for your backyard orchard.

• 🍽️ Chefs & Culinary Creators – Unique twin-shaped kiwi adds flair to desserts and drinks.

• 🌿 Heirloom Collectors – Rare, sculptural fruit perfect for a curated garden collection.

• 🏡 Trellis & Vertical Garden Growers – Vigorous vines create edible living art.

Plant a fruit that surprises, delights, and tastes incredible. With its twin-shaped form and classic kiwi flavor, Double Kiwi is an heirloom treasure that transforms your garden into a space of curiosity and abundance. Experience the joy of nurturing rare fruit from seed and savor the excitement of harvesting your very own sculptural, edible wonders.

👉 Grow the rare Double Kiwi today and bring home a living heirloom unlike anything in the garden!