Actinidia chinensis |
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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.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
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:
Check your irrigation controller once a month, and adjust as necessary.
Most plants require only one-third as much water in winter as they do in summer.