An interesting climbing plant that can enhance any garden. It grows up to about 3–4 m. Its main decorative feature is its green-white-pink variegated leaves and edible mini kiwi fruits. The leaf coloration appears 2–3 years after planting, most intensely on well-lit leaves. The plant is very frost-resistant. Best pruned in late autumn or winter (before vegetation begins), or in summer after new growth has partially lignified, as it tends to "bleed". Suitable as a pollinator for other variegated kiwi plants.

Flowering: Blooms from late May to June. White flowers with yellow stamens and a light lemon scent. Female variety with hermaphroditic traits; generally does not require a pollinator. Requires about 130 frost-free days to produce fruit. Tasty fruits ripen in August and fall off immediately. Begins fruiting in the 2nd–3rd year after planting.

Exposure: south, west, east.

Care: Well suited to our climate. In winter, the base of the plant can be mulched with bark to protect it from severe frosts. Best pruned in late autumn or winter (before vegetation starts). No special soil requirements. Prefers sunny positions.

Planting: Twines around all kinds of supports. Suitable for planting near arbours, pergolas, nets, posts, fences, in home gardens, allotments, and commercial plantations.