Actinidia kolomikta

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Kolomikta vineClimber, DeciduousFamily: Actinidiaceae

Height: 80cmSpread: 80cm
Frost hardy

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Variegation

Position

Sun Exposure:

Full shade

Aspect:

South facing

Position in Border:

Back

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Actinidia kolomikta is a deciduous climber, grown for its distinctive and attractive foliage. It is a very fast growing plant, with twining stems and heart-shaped leaves. The leaves are initially green, but on mature plants they will be tipped with silver and pink. It does take a few years for this leaf variegation to appear on the plant, so be patient.

Actinidia kolomikta produces small, white, fragrant flowers and female or hermaphrodite plants will produce small edible fruit, but it is primarily grown for its foliage.

How to grow Actinidia kolomikta

Grow Actinidia kolomikta in a sunny, sheltered spot, in moist but well-drained soil. A sunny spot against a wall will work particularly well. Horizontal galvanised wires can be used to support the main stems. Limited pruning is required, but in early spring you can remove stems that are crossing or overcrowded and any diseased plant material.

You can propagate Actinidia kolomikta from seed, taking softwood cuttings, layering or grafting. Find out more in our Actinidia grow guide.

It does not suffer from any pests or diseases, but might require protection from cats who are attracted to the plants scent.

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Advice on buying Actinidia kolomikta

Actinidia kolomikta is typically sold in 2 litre pots
Make sure you support the plant once you get it home, some plants will be sold with a support cane

Where to buy Actinidia kolomikta

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Actinidia ‘kolomikta’ and wildlife

Actinidia ‘kolomikta’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Actinidia ‘kolomikta’ poisonous?

Actinidia ‘kolomikta’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People