Variegated Hardy Kiwi

Scientific Name: Actinidia kolomikta

Plant type

vine, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 6'-20'

planting zones

4b-9b

Variegated Hardy Kiwi plant details

Variegated Hardy Kiwi is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or vine with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Variegated Hardy Kiwi

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or vine
Plant family: actinidiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Variegated Hardy Kiwi

USDA Zones: 4b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tri-color variegation "green flushed cream and pink (most pronounced on male plants in the sun)" make this slender vine very striking. S/M

By: Forestfarm

This is the hardiest kiwi available. The male form can be grown solely for its showy pink, green and white foliage. The female has some variegation, but not as pronounced as the male. For either, the variegation may take 2-3 years after planting to show. Female vines bear smooth skinned, delicious fruit that generally ripens in August, often the first year after planting.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Ornamental vine with beautiful white and pink variegated foliage which does not appear until the 3rd or 4th year. This might be the prettiest vine on the market because it's beauty doesn't depend on it's fragrant flowers -- they are just a delicious bonus! We originally thought our plants were male but later found out that our original source may not have been correct about that. We're not sure if they're male or female. BUT this is, after all a foliage plant!