Silver Vine

Actinidia polygama, Actinidiaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Vine

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorTrellisBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (preferred)Full Sun (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

5 – 7

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Himalayan RaspberryRubus nepalensis

Physical SupportPollinator Sharing

Black SchisandraSchisandra nigra

Physical SupportPollinator Sharing

Trunk JaboticabaMyrciaria trunciflora

Physical SupportShade Provision

Chinese elderberrySambucus javanica

Physical SupportBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Himalayan Giant BlackberryRubus bifrons

Large climbing kiwi vines can compete heavily with blackberry canes for light and may produce compounds that inhibit nearby plant growth.

Russian Desert-thornLycium ruthenicum

Climbing and sprawling species compete for vertical space and light access

Uses

Functions

Fruit ProductionVertical GrowingOrnamental

Edible Parts

Fruit

Medicinal Uses

Digestive AidAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Silver Vine grow in?

Silver Vine grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Silver Vine?

Good companions for Silver Vine include Himalayan Raspberry, Black Schisandra, Trunk Jaboticaba, Chinese elderberry.

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