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Romence Gardens

Akebia quinata - Chocolate Vine

$1899
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This plant cannot ship to Wisconsin

  • Pot Size: 5.25 Square Inch Pot
  • Common Name: Five Leaf Akebia, Chocolate Vine
  • Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 4-8
  • Bloom Color: Purple
  • Bloom Time: Spring-Summer
  • Garden Height: 12 Feet
  • Garden Spread: 5-10 Feet

Pretty purple flowers give off a scrumptious chocolate fragrance. Blue-green leaves are a wonderful contrast to the flowers and are in palm-like leaflets consisting of 3 to 5 leaves. The plant should be pruned very hard in the spring, after flowering, to control growth. 

Uses: Trellis, Arbors, Fences, Pergolas, Walls
Nature Attraction: Bees
Critter Resistance: Deer
Notable Features: Fragrant, Fast Growing, Erosion, Full Shade Tolerant 
Growth Habit: Climbing Vine
Water Requirements: Water soil fully, then let slightly dry out before next watering. 

Homeowner Growing Tips

Plant in well-draining soil with average to dry moisture levels. Very fast growing, if desired to be kept under control must trim (cut back) regularly.

Delivery and Shipping

Orders will be scheduled to ship based on the last frost date in your area. See the map below for more information.

We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Available For Preorder Only

Plants will begin shipping March 30, 2026. See the map below for more accurate shipping times.

When Will My Order Ship?

Your order will be scheduled for shipment based on the last frost date in your area as indicated by this map and on the maturity of the plants themselves. If you would prefer a different ship date, please include that in the notes of your order.

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