Akebia trifoliata
   
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common name: |
Akebia trifoliata |
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decoration form: |
leaves, fragrant flowers |
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flowers colour: |
deep purple, fragrant |
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flowering months: |
V |
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is evergreen: |
yes |
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plants height: |
3-6 m |
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annual growth: |
1-2 m |
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aspect: |
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frost hardiness: |
zones 6B-8 |
An elegant climber with twining stems. Leaves composed of 3 wavy edged leaflets. Shoots, violet when new, turn brown with age. Small deep purple flowers (both male and female), gathered in clusters are slightly cinnamon scented. Very interesting fruits, resembling a sausage in shape, are bigger than those of akebia quinata (up to 13 cm).
Best planted in a sheltered position. It can be trained over various kinds of garden supports, or alternatively, allowed to scale a tree. More vulnerable to frost than akebia quinata.
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