Overview
Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Actinidia, part of the Actinidiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens.
About
Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' is a deciduous climbing plant belonging to the Actinidia genus, known for robust climbers with simple ovate leaves. This female cultivar produces small cup-shaped flowers in spring and summer, potentially yielding edible fruit. It thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, sheltered walls, preferring moist but well-drained fertile soils such as clay, loam, or sand with acid to neutral pH. Suitable for city and courtyard gardens, it is hardy to UK zone H6 and benefits from roots kept in shade. Propagation is by softwood cuttings in late spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Actinidia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub, Fruit Edible
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F)
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus and phytophthora root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F)?
Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) need?
Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) hardy in the UK?
Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Actinidia chinensis 'Ac 497 076' (f/F)?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring.
More in the Actinidia genus
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- Actinidia arguta 'Honigbeere' (m)
- Actinidia arguta (m)hardy kiwi
- Actinidia callosa
- Actinidia deliciosa 'Skelton A16' (f/F)kiwi fruit 'Skelton A16'
- Actinidia deliciosa 'Tsechelidis' (f/F)kiwi fruit 'Tsechelidis'
- Actinidia polygamasilver vine
- Actinidia tetramera
