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Actinidia chinensis

Kiwi, Chinese Gooseberry vine

Plant photo of: Actinidia chinensis
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Information by:         Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

Actinidia chinensis is a deciduous shrub that grows 12' to25' long it is a vine with hairy grey-green leaves. It likes full sun, medium watering, and rich well drained moist soil. It has white flowers and redish brown edible fruits in the fall.

 

Plant Type

Vine

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown, Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

n/a

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

n/a

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.