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. |