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Actinidia deliciosa

Kiwi, Chinese Gooseberry Vine

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        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 reddish 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

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Espalier

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Hedge

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.