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Actinidia melanandra Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Cultivation Notes: Prefers a sound loamy neutral soil[1, 200]. Succeeds in semi-shade but full sun is best for fruit production[200]. Prefers a sheltered position[200]. One report says that plants are not fully hardy in the colder parts of the country[219]. Young spring growth is susceptible to frost damage[160]. Fruits are formed on second year wood and also on fruit spurs on older wood[126], any pruning is best carried out in the winter[219]. The flowers have a soft, aromatic perfume[245]. This is a climbing plant, supporting itself by twining around branches etc[200]. At least one named variety has been developed for its edible fruit[183]. Plants have been seen in fruit at Kew[11]. This species is a good pollinator for A. arguta cordifolia[183]. Plants in this genus are notably resistant to honey fungus[200]. Dioecious. Male and female plants must be grown if seed is required. Another report says that both sexes are on one plant[182]. For further Actinidia melanandra gardening information |
