Re: Lurker returns and question about hardy kiwi
Yes, Actinidia species are either male or female, so at least one of each is
required for fruit. The female A. kolomikta is generally unvariegated, plain
green. One thing to remember is that these various cold-hardy kiwis, though
related, are NOT the same as the subtropical kiwi fruits sold in stores. The
fruit of the cold-hardy kiwis are small, around 1/4 the size of the commercial
ones. They do taste similar.
Dean Sliger
Warren, MI, USA
Zone 6B
Moorman@teamzeon.com wrote:
> Sheila,
>
> funny you should ask. I'm looking at the latest White Flower Farm catalog.
> In it they list Actinidia kolomikta 'Arctic Beauty Kiwi'. Verbiage:
>
> "...this distinctly ornamental species from East Asia whose appeal lies not
> in its flowers, which are inconspicuous, but in its uniquely decorated
> leaves. They are pink at the tip, white in the middle, and green at the
> base, providing a delightful tricolor effect. Who needs flowers when you
> can have this elegant combination from spring to fall? Plants thrive in
> full sun or partial shade and average garden soil. Don't expect any fruit,
> by the way. We offer male plants only, because they have the best
> coloring."
>
> >From previous discussions on this list, I believe you must have both the
> male and female vines to get fruit. Where the archives are for the list, I
> don't know. But if someone can direct you there, I believe that there was
> a very extensive discussion on kiwi vines.
>
> Good luck.
>
> Val in KY
> zone 6a
>
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