Chocolate Vine
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Chocolate Vine |
Botanical Name | Akebia quinata |
Description | |
Plant Type | Vine |
Mature Height | 35 to 40 ft |
Mature Width | 8 to 10 ft |
Growth Habit | Climbing |
Bloom Color | Chocolate-purple |
Bloom Interest | Showy,Fragrant |
Bloom Period | March to April |
Seasonal Interest | Spring |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Palmate Compound |
Fall Color | Yellow |
Attributes | Deer Resistant, Dry Shade |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 8 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | This vine does best with moist soil, but will also tolerate some drought. |
Fertilize Notes | Use compost or composted manure in spring. |
Prune Notes | Prune only to reduce the spread, begin after flowering is through. |