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Actinidia deliciosa

Kiwi, Chinese Gooseberry

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Jerry Sortomme SBCC

 

Description

Kiwi is a deciduous shrub/vine that grows 12' to 25' long. It has hairy gray 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

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:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.