Invasive hardy kiwi Actinidia arguta is a woody vine that in many locations is “naturalized” (escaped from where it was originally planted) and is taking over mature forests. (see photos below)
Invasive hardy kiwi at Kennedy Park, Lenox, MA
Invasive hardy kiwi at Kennedy Park, Lenox, MA
Elia Del Molino, BEAT Stewardship Manager, in large patch of invasive hardy kiwi that has since been cut and pulled.
Invasive hardy kiwi climbing up trees. Photo taken in November.
Small amphitheater of invasive hardy kiwi at Burbank Park in Pittsfield, MA