Chocolate Vine
Akebia quinata
Chocolate Vine is a stout, twining climber with fragrant chocolate-purple flowers emerging in March/April. The flowers often get lost among the foliage. This is a rapid growing vine that could also be used as a groundcover, however; it is very vigorous and it's spread should be monitored. The plant may be deciduous in colder climates.
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Great vine for trellises and arbors |
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Fragrant purple flowers |
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Good vine for shady locations |
Height20-30 Feet
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Spread20-30 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4 to 8
Characteristics & Attributes
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Exposure
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Sun |
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Partial Shade |
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Foliage Color
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Green |
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Season of Interest (Flowering)
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Spring |
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Soil Moisture Preference
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Average |
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Moist |
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