Actinidia chinensis

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Kiwi, Chinese Gooseberry

 
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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.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • 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

Water Saving Tip:

Water trees and shrubs by deep-soaking occasionally with low-volume irrigation equipment (drip, micro-sprays, or bubblers) to promote healthy, deep rooting.