Yes. This is one of the hardiest ornamental kiwis, tolerating temperatures down to around -25C once established, so it comfortably survives winters across the whole of the UK. The young spring growth can occasionally be nipped by a sharp late frost, so a sheltered spot is ideal.

The striking pink, white and green variegation develops mainly on male plants and tends to intensify as the vine matures, usually from its second or third year. Colour is also strongest in good light, so a position with plenty of sun (ideally morning sun) brings out the best display.

It is a vigorous twining climber that typically reaches 4-5m in height and spread, taking around 5-10 years to reach full size. It needs a sturdy support such as a trellis, wires or a pergola to twine around, and it is excellent for clothing a warm wall or fence.

It can. The smooth-skinned, grape-sized fruits are sweet and edible, eaten whole without peeling. To get a crop you usually need both a male and a female plant for pollination, though the plant is most often grown for its spectacular foliage rather than its fruit.

Yes, it grows well in a large, deep container with a good multi-purpose or loam-based compost, provided you give it a support to climb. Keep it well watered in summer, feed through the growing season, and be ready to pot on or top-dress as it establishes.

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