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Variegated Kiwi

Scientific Name: Actinidia pilosula

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 5'-20'

planting zones

6a-9b

Variegated Kiwi plant details

Variegated Kiwi is a broadleaf deciduous perennial vine with green, pink, variegated and white foliage. In spring cream and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Variegated Kiwi

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: actinidiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, pink, variegated and white
Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in spring
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Variegated Kiwi

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stunning and rarely seen kiwi with long narrow leaves with white tips that contrast brilliantly with the basic green foliage, the coloration appearing and/or becoming more pronounced on mature vines. A deciduous vine, to 15-20 ft, with unusual flowers, clusters of pink blossoms, in spring. Originally from East Asia, these are vigorous growers, best with support in full sun to dappled shade or even full shade. Give them rich soil, moist and well-drained. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6.