This deciduous vine has twinning woody stems that form a dense coverage over structures. It has mid-green heart-shaped leaves and the yellow cup-shaped flowers appear in summer followed by a fleshy edible brown fruit that is green inside.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Actinidia deliciosais naturally found in China growing in the Yangtze valley but is rare in the wild. It is cultivated in many parts of the world commercially and grows at an altitude between 600 m (1,968 ft) and 2,000 m (6561 ft).

It prefers afertile well drained, but moist organic rich sandy soil with a pH range from 5.0 to 6.5 and dislikes alkaline soils. It grows in an open sunny position with hot wind protection and is drought and frost tender.

Kiwi Fruit is grown for its edible fruit and its a dense twining habit. It is planted on garden trellises or wire fences for screening and over a pergola for shade. This vigorous climber requiring strongly built supports and is grown commercially on farms for its fruit. It is also grown in pots and tubs and is suitable for coastal or mountain regions establishing in 1 to 2 years. There are several cultivars and some are better adapted to low altitudes with low winter chilling requirements. ID 307

Actinidia (ăk-tin-id-ee-a) deliciosa(del-liss-i-o-să)

Actinidiaceae(ak-tin-id-ee-AY-see-ee)
Kiwi Vine, Chinese Gooseberry