As a climbing shrub, the kiwi is well suited for growing house walls, arcades and trellises. The long shoots of the kiwi bush like to climb high and are grateful for a stable climbing aid in a place protected from the wind.
Which climbing aids are suitable for kiwi plants?
Ready-made rope systems (€27.00 on Amazon) made of stainless steel wire ropes, vertically positioned wooden posts with horizontally stretched wires or wooden grids attached to the house wall or freely set up are suitable for a Kiwi trellis. The climbing aid should be stable and protected from the wind.
Scaffolding variants
Since kiwis grow quite quickly, it is recommended to plant the plants on a previously made framework. This gives you as a gardener the opportunity to influence the direction and shape of growth right from the start. If the newly planted kiwis are large-fruited kiwi varieties, the climbing aid should be stable enough to withstand the weight of the fruit.
Can be used as climbing aids:
- finished rope systems (€27.00 at Amazon) made of stainless steel wire ropes,
- Vertically positioned wooden posts with horizontally stretched wires,
- Wooden grilles attached to the house wall or freely placed.
Tips & Tricks
Similar to grape vines, you can use kiwi plants to create a green canopy over the terrace, which provides welcome shade on hot summer days.
