Collection: Our Male / Female Kiwi plants (Dioecious plants)

What is dioecy and why is it essential for kiwifruit?

Dioecy refers to a plant property where male and female flowers are borne on separate plants. For kiwi, this means that female plants, such as the Hayward variety, require a male plant, such as the Tomuri, to produce fruit.

On average, one male plant can pollinate between 5 and 7 female plants. Therefore, careful selection of varieties is crucial to ensure optimal production. At Kiwiverse, we help you select the best male and female varieties to suit your needs.

Male plants: the pillar of pollination

Male plants, although they do not produce fruit, play an essential role in the pollination process. They produce the pollen needed to fertilize female flowers. Without them, no fruit can be harvested.

The best male strains offered by Kiwiverse

• Tomuri: The benchmark in pollination, thanks to flowering perfectly synchronized with the female Hayward variety.
• Atlas: Another hardy variety, valued for its ability to produce pollen even in harsh weather conditions.

At Kiwiverse, we advise you on the strategic placement of males to maximize pollen transfer and increase your yields.

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Why choose Tomuri as a pollinator?

Tomuri is widely recognized as the best pollinator for female varieties like Hayward. Here are its main advantages:

• Perfect synchronization with Hayward, ensuring optimal pollination.
• Increased resistance, even in variable climates.
• Reliability and efficiency, allowing maximum yields.

With a recommended ratio of 1 male to 5-7 females, Tomuri is the ideal choice for large-scale growers or avid gardeners. Order your Tomuri plants today from Kiwiverse!

Female varieties: the heart of production

Female plants produce the delicious fruits we eat. To ensure a bountiful and tasty harvest, choosing the right female variety is essential.

Hayward: The essential variety

Hayward is the most popular and widely grown female variety worldwide.

• Characteristic fruits: Large, brown and downy, with green, tangy flesh.
• High yield: Up to 27.5 tonnes per hectare under optimal conditions.
• Robustness: Ideal for temperate climates and large-scale commercial production.

At Kiwiverse, we supply professional-quality Hayward plants, grown in specialist nurseries. Trust Kiwiverse to select the right plants for your production goals.

Yield Comparison: Dioecious vs. Self-Fertile

Tips for successful pollination

To ensure an optimal harvest, it is essential to pay close attention to pollination. Here are our top tips:

• Strategic positioning: Plant male plants upstream of the females in relation to the prevailing wind.
• Optimal male/female ratio: Maintain a ratio of 1 male to 5 to 7 females.
• Assisted pollination: If insect activity is low, use beehives or perform hand pollination.

At Kiwiverse, we support you with personalized technical advice to maximize your returns.

Conclusion

Growing kiwifruit is a rewarding business, but it relies on careful selection of male and female varieties to maximize yields. While dioecious plants, such as Hayward and Tomuri, guarantee optimal production, self-fertile varieties can offer a practical solution for small spaces.

With Kiwiverse, benefit from the expertise and quality needed to establish a successful orchard. Order your male and female plants now to guarantee the success of your harvests!