Potato or kiwi?

[Gioc]

the harvest is going well.💪

[Gioc]

#BreakingNews a living specimen of “kiwisauros ovcidentalis” has been found…😀

Kiwi

[Gioc]

Four kiwi plants kept under a pergola produced 60kg of fruit in a poor soil without irrigation . Now the price it's still 5,/4 euros per kilo. The kiwi does not require special care, no use of chemical products, zero, just winter pruning.

a very generous plant.

I've always wondered why it's so expensive at the grocery store.🥝🤫

Kiwi

[Gioc]

The fruits are small, but very tasty. If I had watered them in August they would be much bigger.

Kiwi

[Esperanto in reply to Gioc]

That’s impressive Gio. Just a little heads up though, the risk of an overdose of vitamin C 😀

By the way, what do you do with 60 kg of kiwis. Nice neighbours?

[Gioc in reply to Esperanto]

It's true, however 2 kiwis in the morning solve all my constipation problems, kiwis are very rich in fiber and vitamin C.

Yes, I trade a bit with my neighbor's honey, however the kiwi keeps well all winter in a fresh home cellar naturally.

Kiwi

[Hikoi in reply to Gioc]

Do you know where Kiwi fruit is from Gioc?

[Gioc in reply to Hikoi]

New Zeland, China? No 🧐

Italy ! 🇮🇹

Artificial intelligence also says it:

“The country of origin of

Actinidia chinensis,

commonly known as kiwifruit,

is Italy”.

🤷🏻‍♂️

🤗

Tramonto ieri sera

[Hikoi in reply to Gioc]

Lol. It used to be called Chinese gooseberry, until NZ started to grow it commercially and they named it Kiwi fruit for marketing purposes.

I’ve never heard an Italian claim it!

I too find it excellent for treating constipation.

[Esperanto in reply to Gioc]

It seems that AI adapts to the nationalist feelings of the user.😂 While Italy does play a part in the kiwi story, they have successfully cultivated a variety known as the "Italian green kiwi" (yours?), the fruit's true roots lie in China. Maybe it's time to tell your AI to invest in a more reliable source of information, or you need an upgrade. Otherwise you might end up thinking also pasta originated in Italy and not in China! 😂

[Gioc in reply to Esperanto]

😂😂😂

But are you sure ?

Here’s the “true“story of Actinidia Chinensis, commonly known as kiwi.

“The story of Actinidia Chinensis begins in China.. The plant has been cultivated for centuries in the Yangtze River region, where it grew wild. However, the kiwi was relatively unknown outside of China until the 20th century.

In 1904, a New Zealand missionary named Isabel Fraser brought some kiwi seeds back to New Zealand. These seeds were planted in her garden and gave rise to the first kiwi plants in the country. Over the years, New Zealand farmers began to cultivate kiwi on a larger scale, taking advantage of the country’s favorable climate and fertile soil.

Kiwi gained popularity in the 1960s when it was first exported to America and Europe. Its unique shape, bright green color, and sweet, juicy flavor captured the attention of consumers worldwide.

In the following years, kiwi cultivation spread to many other countries, such as Italy, France, Chile, and Australia. Today, kiwi is one of the most consumed fruits worldwide, appreciated for its high vitamin C content, fiber, and antioxidants.

Actinidia Chinensis is a climbing plant that can reach heights of up to 10 meters. Its leaves are oval-shaped, and its flowers are white or cream-colored. The fruits are oval or pear-shaped, with a brown, fuzzy skin and a bright green flesh with small black seeds.

Kiwi cultivation requires a temperate and humid climate, with average temperatures ranging from 10 to 30 degrees Celsius. The plant is very resilient and can withstand temperatures as low as -15 degrees Celsius. It is also a vigorous plant that requires sturdy support to grow and develop properly.

In addition to being consumed fresh, kiwi is used in many other ways. It is often used to make fruit juices, jams, desserts, and ice creams. Its nutritional properties make it an excellent choice for a balanced and healthy diet.

In conclusion, the story of Actinidia Chinensis, or kiwi, is a success story. From a relatively unknown plant in China, it has become one of the most beloved and consumed fruits worldwide. Its sweetness, vibrant color, and health benefits make it a popular choice for many people around the world.”

But

who brought the kiwi to China?

It’s obvious... Marco Polo from Venice Italy through the ‘Silk Road’ … is history. 🤗😂

You must know that the my kiwi is over 40 years old, it is a clone selected by me and grafted on a strong and resistant rootstock from a very first plant (1978) of 500 plants in Lombardy all dead except three, for the winter cold. This is because the first plants from New Zealand were all 'Hayward clone8' variety and could not withstand the winter cold of my area. Then came more resistant clones and the winters are milder.

It is for this reason that the fruits of my plants are smaller than the standard fruit. They are harsher and last a long time if kept cool with air recycling. I like its, but my wife not so much.