Actinidia kolomikta 'September Sun'
Hardy Female Kiwi
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Heavy producer!
- Green leaves with white and pink variegation
- Fragrant white flowers in May; male needed to pollinate
- Small, sweet fruit in the summer
Climbing
Drought Tolerant
Edible
Fast Growing
Great Foliage
Heat Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Height: 15-20 ft
Spread: 15-20 ft
Price Level 1: $39.99~#2
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 3-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Climbing
- Fast Growing
- Heat Tolerant
- Great Foliage
- Drought Tolerant
- Summer Bloomer
- Edible
- Low Maintenance
- Salt Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Climbing
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Actinidia
Common Name: Hardy Red Kiwi
Hardy vine with green foliage, may have variegation on mature leaves. Fragrant white flowers bloom in late spring - early summer. Great for trellises and as a screening plant. Small, sweet fruit in summer to early fall. For best fruit production male and female plants are required.