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Actinidia arguta

Bower Actinidia

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This vine is 25' high x 25' wide with fragrant, white flowers and green fruit. In order to obtain fruit, male and female vines must be grown. It requires regular pruning, but can tolerate a range of conditions.

 

Plant Type

Vine

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Tan

Fruit Color

Green, Yellow

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive

Design Styles

Japanese

Accenting Features

Espalier

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Patio, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cascade

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Move turf away form sidewalks and pavement.

Instead plant shrubs or groundcovers next to the pavement, and water with low-flow drip or bubbler system to eliminate runoff from turf sprinklers