Description
Tatyana is a large-fruited hardy kiwi known for strong production and proven performance in colder climates. Observed for reliable hardiness and fruiting in northern regions, it produces smooth-skinned, green kiwi berries with sweet, classic kiwi flavor on a vigorous, productive vine.
This selection is often chosen by growers who want a dependable green kiwi berry that performs consistently year after year. The fruit sizes up well for a hardy kiwi, and the vine itself grows strongly once established, responding well to training and regular pruning.
Kiwi berries—also known as hardy kiwi—are smooth-skinned, bite-size kiwis that you eat whole, skin and all. Unlike fuzzy kiwis from the grocery store, these grape-sized fruits require no peeling and soften slightly as they ripen, developing a sweet, tropical kiwi flavor that’s easy to enjoy fresh. Tatyana fits well on trellises, arbors, and pergolas where reliability and productivity matter.
Overview
- Fruit type: Kiwi berry (hardy kiwi) with smooth, edible skin
- Fruit size: Large grape-sized berries
- Flavor: Sweet, clean, classic kiwi flavor
- Color: Green skin and green flesh
- Growth habit: Vigorous climbing vine; easily maintained at 10–12 ft with training and pruning
- Performance note: Known for reliable production in colder climates
- Pollination: Female; requires a compatible male hardy kiwi vine for fruiting
- Productivity: Strong, steady yields once established
Growing Details
Latin Name: Actinidia arguta ‘Tatyana’
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–9
Rootstock: Own-root (propagated from cuttings)
Bearing Age: Typically 3–4 years after planting once vines are well established and properly trained
Size at Maturity: Vigorous climbing vine; easily maintained at 10–12 ft with regular pruning and training
Bloom Time: Mid-season (varies by region)
Ripening Time: Mid to late season within kiwi berries (varies by region)
Fruit Size: Large grape-sized
Pollination: Female; requires a compatible male hardy kiwi vine planted within 20–30 feet for fruiting. A proven option is our Male Hardy Kiwi (Meader).
Pests & Diseases: Generally low disease pressure with good airflow and proper pruning
Yield: Commonly 50–80 lbs per mature vine under good growing conditions
Additional Notes
- Grower’s Insight: Tatyana is often chosen for reliability—strong vines, consistent fruit set, and dependable harvests make it a steady long-term performer.
- Regional Insight: Observed to perform well in colder regions, Tatyana is a solid option for growers prioritizing hardiness alongside fruit size and yield.
- Explore more kiwi berry and hardy kiwi vines in our collection: Kiwi & Hardy Kiwi Vines
