Akebia quinata |
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Five-leaf Akebia |
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'
Flower Color
Pink, Purple
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Blue Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Purple
Fruit Season
Fall
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.