Kolomikta actinidia
The fruit is 10 times richer in vitamin C than lemon—1500 mg/100 g.
Amur vine is a traveller from the Far East, native to the forests of the Amur region. For centuries it grew wild there, yet Europeans and Americans only discovered it in the nineteenth century. Today this undemanding climber is winning the hearts of gardeners worldwide—and for good reason, as it offers summer beauty and a truly unique harvest.
Outwardly, Amur vine is a real beauty: slender, flexible shoots clothed in heart-shaped leaves that during flowering (June–July) take on a charming variegated pattern—white, pink and green tones blend into a natural work of art. Tiny, delicately fragrant flowers attract bees, and come autumn, small delicious fruits appear, resembling miniature kiwis. Among numerous varieties, 'Pavlovskaya' with early-ripening fruits and 'Sadova' with vigorous fruiting are particularly popular.
In the garden, Amur vine plays the role of an enchanting vertical screen. It decorates pergolas, fences and arches beautifully, and its proximity to grapes or edible honeysuckle creates a genuine green composition. Fruiting is a real bonus: these tiny berries impress with their vitamin C content, which is ten times higher than in lemon.
Want a fresh, healthy vine that doesn't require complex tricks? Amur vine is your choice. The key is to plant a male and female specimen close together to ensure pollination. Then every summer this little wonder from the Far East will give you happy moments of observation and delicious fruits.
Kolomikta actinidia — planting & location
Small sweet fruits; requires both male and female plants
How to water Kolomikta actinidia
Moderate watering
Fertilizing and pruning: Kolomikta actinidia
Remove weak shoots and maintain on support