Its been several years since your original post.
How did it work? I planted a kiwi only to find a grape vine covered by weeds. I didn't tend the garden last year because of cancer. Last winter I bought a kiwi of the discard shelves. And planted it. Then today while weeding, and planting sweet potatoes, I found the grape not a foot away.
I've trellised over the driveway and ramp so that I can access my garden.
I'm using mint and strawberries as ground cover.