Vine
Akebia, Fiveleaf
Akebia quinata
Features
Glossy foliage that emerges with a purplish cast and then changes to green. Purple flowers are fragrant but not showy.
Culture
Full sun to shade. Tolerates drought and overly moist sites equally well.
Cultivars
- 'Alba' has white flowers.
- 'Shirobara' has white flowers.
- 'Rosea' has lavender flowers
Mature Height
30 Feet
(This vine is fairly vigorous in its growth.)
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 8
Bloom Color
Lavender
Purple
White
Bloom Season
April - April
Soil Conditions
Dry
Moist, Well-Drained
Wet
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Method of Attachment
Twining
Foliage Color
Green
Purple
Fall Foliage Color
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
No common problems.
Additional Notes
This vine seldom produces fruit.
This vine is woody and deciduous.
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