Actinidia
Common Name: Actinidia
Genus: Actinidia
Species: kolomikta
Skill Level: Experienced
Exposure: Full sun
Hardiness: Tender
Soil type: Well-drained/light, Dry
Height: 500cm
Spread: 300cm
Time to plant seeds: September to May
Flowering period:
June
to
June
A vigorous twining climber with 15cm (6in) heart-shaped leaves which, in mature specimens, have pink and cream variegated tips. A dramatic species for covering a large wall, where it looks most spectacular against a background of old brick. It can also be allowed to climb into a large tree, where it looks sensational. Although grown for its foliage, the plant has insignificant flowers in early summer - these are scented, and when grown in a warm sheltered situation the fragrance, though short lived, is very pleasant. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
Looks good with:
Lavandula angustifolia 'Hidcote'Rosa 'Albertine'
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