Akebia quinata
Five-Leaf Akebia
Description
This deciduous vine to 20' bears small, pendant dark burgundy purple flowers in spring and edible fruit in summer. The three flared, round petals are cup-shaped. It exhibits a delicate, woodsy look with dark green palmate leaves and oval leaflets. This plant should be grown in sun to part shade, receiving average watering. -Monterey Bay Nursery
Plant Type
Ground cover, Vine
Height Range
3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40'
Width Range
1-3', 3-6', 6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
Invasive
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Patio, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Erosion Control
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.