Velvet vine (Actinidia eriantha)

Velvet vine

Velvet vine is a vigorous, deciduous climbing shrub with hairy, bright green leaves. Its white flowers bloom in spring, exuding a distinctive fragrance that attracts pollinators. By late summer to fall, velvet vine bears sweet, edible, greenish-yellow fruit, beloved by both wildlife and humans. Thriving in well-drained soils, it adorns gardens with its ornamental and fruity bounty, hinting at a habitat intertwined with avian and insect life.

Scientific classification

Species

Velvet vine (Actinidia eriantha)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Care Guide for Velvet vine

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Velvet vine has fuzzy leaves and vigorous growth, needing early spring pruning to foster shape and fruiting. Remove dead wood, thin dense areas, and trim long shoots to improve air circulation, boost fruit production, reduce disease risks, and promote healthy growth for better manageability and productivity.

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