Propagation by subsidence
The new Kiwi plants a patient hobby gardener can gain himself from seeds or cuttings. However, the easiest way to multiply is through the offshoots, more precisely through the so-called sinkers. These can be grown from long shoots throughout the growing season. Proceed as follows:
- put young lower shoots on the ground,
- possibly. cut slightly,
- cover flat with earth, leaving a shoot tip on the surface,
- keep the earth moist,
after rooting, separate the daughter plants from the mother plant and transplant.
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Propagation by cuttings
The cuttings about 10-15 cm in length cuts in early spring before budding or in late autumn (lignified cuttings). In any case, all but a few leaves should be removed. The cuttings are in Potting soil or put in a sand-peat mixture, shaded and sheltered from the wind and kept evenly moist, but not too wet. When the cuttings sprout again, the rooting is complete.
Propagation by seeds
The kiwi seeds should be watered before sowing to completely remove the pulp. The seeds are pressed lightly into the peat-containing soil (do not cover, as light germs!). Evenly warm temperatures and sufficient moisture promote germination. Possibly. a greenhouse or a cover made of cling film are helpful. The germination time is 2-3 weeks. Until the first blossom however, one can even use seeds grown kiwi plant ten years or more pass. Another disadvantage: you can only tell if you have a male or has a female plant.
Tips & Tricks
In your own propagation attempts, pay attention to whether the variety not possibly is legally protected and therefore may not be reproduced.