Overview
Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' is a climbing vine in the genus Akebia, part of the Lardizabalaceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 12.0 m tall and 2.4 m wide. Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' grows best in full sun and full shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and wall side borders. It is native to Japan, China and Korea.
About
Akebia quinata –commonly known as akebi (木通), chocolate vine, five-leaf chocolate vine, or five-leaf akebia– is a vine that is native to Japan, China and Korea, commonly used as an ornamental or edible plant in the United States and Europe. In its native habitat, it is often found on hills, in hedges, on trees, along forest edges and streams, and on mountainous slopes.
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About the genus
Akebia is a genus of five species of flowering plant, within the family Lardizabalaceae.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Akebia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Full shade
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- vine
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Height
- 12.0 m
- Spread
- 2.4 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wall side borders
- Native to
- Japan, China, Korea
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Akebia quinata 'Cream Form'
- Propagation
- Seed, Softwood cuttings, Layering
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Akebia quinata 'Cream Form'?
Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' prefers full sun and full shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' need?
Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' grow?
Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' reaches a height of 12.0 m and a spread of 2.4 m.
Is Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' hardy in the UK?
Akebia quinata 'Cream Form' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Akebia quinata 'Cream Form'?
Seed, Softwood cuttings, Layering.