Kiwi can be grown in a variety of soil types as long as the pH is 5.5-7.0 and the soil is not poorly drained.  The roots are sensitive to fertilizer burn so use fertilizer cautiously.  No fertilizer is needed in the first year.  In subsequent years, increase application rate from 2 oz. 10-10-10 per plant in the second year increasing by 2 oz. per year up to 8 oz. per plant. Fruit Bushes, Landscaping Plants, Front Yard Landscaping