Akebia quinata
The Highlights
Common Name: Chocolate Vine (Akebia quinata)
Flower Colour: Deep purple-chocolate, with a vanilla-cocoa scent
Flowering Period: April to May (spring)
Height & Spread: 6–10m high × 2–3m spread (vigorous climber)
Foliage: Elegant, semi-evergreen, divided green leaves with a graceful, twining habit
Hardiness: RHS H5 – Hardy in most parts of the UK
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Moist but well-drained, fertile soil
Pruning Group: Prune after flowering to shape and manage growth
All of our Akebia quinata are supplied in a 3L deep pot with sturdy 90cm canes, and at least 50cm of healthy top growth – ready to plant straight out into your garden.
Why Choose Akebia quinata for Your Garden?
Akebia quinata is a true collector’s plant — rarely found online, and highly prized by gardeners looking for something a little different. With its unusual, fragrant chocolate-coloured flowers, fast-growing habit, and semi-evergreen foliage, it’s one of those hidden gems that once discovered, quickly becomes a favourite.
This versatile climber offers a striking blend of beauty, scent, and structure:
Exotic, vanilla-scented flowers in spring
Attractive, divided leaves that stay semi-evergreen in mild areas
Fast to establish and brilliant for covering walls, fences, arches and pergolas
Akebia quinata is ideal for:
Softening fences or unsightly walls
Growing over arches and pergolas
Weaving through trees or large shrubs
Adding a tropical, romantic feel to your garden
Gardeners who want something unique and hard to find
This climber is perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens and pairs beautifully with paler flowers or glossy foliage for contrast. Though vigorous, it’s easy to train and prune, and gives a generous impact for very little input.
Delivery
We use DX to deliver your plants straight to your door.
DX collects from us every Tuesday and Thursday using their 24-hour tracked service.
Orders made after 10am Monday will be dispatched Thursday
Orders made after 10am Thursday will be dispatched the following Tuesday
Growing Tips
Planting Location
Choose a spot in full sun or partial shade. While Akebia quinata is happy in part shade, flowering is best with more sun. It’s perfect for brightening a dull corner or training up a sunny wall.
Soil
Thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. It’s adaptable and forgiving but avoid waterlogged ground.
Pruning
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size. Akebia quinata is a vigorous grower, so trim back any over-enthusiastic stems as needed to keep it where you want it.
Support
Provide a strong structure like a pergola, archway, or trellis. Its twining stems will wrap naturally, but you can use soft ties to guide young growth as it establishes.
The Highlights
Common Name: Chocolate Vine (Akebia quinata)
Flower Colour: Deep purple-chocolate, with a vanilla-cocoa scent
Flowering Period: April to May (spring)
Height & Spread: 6–10m high × 2–3m spread (vigorous climber)
Foliage: Elegant, semi-evergreen, divided green leaves with a graceful, twining habit
Hardiness: RHS H5 – Hardy in most parts of the UK
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Moist but well-drained, fertile soil
Pruning Group: Prune after flowering to shape and manage growth
All of our Akebia quinata are supplied in a 3L deep pot with sturdy 90cm canes, and at least 50cm of healthy top growth – ready to plant straight out into your garden.
Why Choose Akebia quinata for Your Garden?
Akebia quinata is a true collector’s plant — rarely found online, and highly prized by gardeners looking for something a little different. With its unusual, fragrant chocolate-coloured flowers, fast-growing habit, and semi-evergreen foliage, it’s one of those hidden gems that once discovered, quickly becomes a favourite.
This versatile climber offers a striking blend of beauty, scent, and structure:
Exotic, vanilla-scented flowers in spring
Attractive, divided leaves that stay semi-evergreen in mild areas
Fast to establish and brilliant for covering walls, fences, arches and pergolas
Akebia quinata is ideal for:
Softening fences or unsightly walls
Growing over arches and pergolas
Weaving through trees or large shrubs
Adding a tropical, romantic feel to your garden
Gardeners who want something unique and hard to find
This climber is perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens and pairs beautifully with paler flowers or glossy foliage for contrast. Though vigorous, it’s easy to train and prune, and gives a generous impact for very little input.
Delivery
We use DX to deliver your plants straight to your door.
DX collects from us every Tuesday and Thursday using their 24-hour tracked service.
Orders made after 10am Monday will be dispatched Thursday
Orders made after 10am Thursday will be dispatched the following Tuesday
Growing Tips
Planting Location
Choose a spot in full sun or partial shade. While Akebia quinata is happy in part shade, flowering is best with more sun. It’s perfect for brightening a dull corner or training up a sunny wall.
Soil
Thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. It’s adaptable and forgiving but avoid waterlogged ground.
Pruning
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size. Akebia quinata is a vigorous grower, so trim back any over-enthusiastic stems as needed to keep it where you want it.
Support
Provide a strong structure like a pergola, archway, or trellis. Its twining stems will wrap naturally, but you can use soft ties to guide young growth as it establishes.
The Highlights
Common Name: Chocolate Vine (Akebia quinata)
Flower Colour: Deep purple-chocolate, with a vanilla-cocoa scent
Flowering Period: April to May (spring)
Height & Spread: 6–10m high × 2–3m spread (vigorous climber)
Foliage: Elegant, semi-evergreen, divided green leaves with a graceful, twining habit
Hardiness: RHS H5 – Hardy in most parts of the UK
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type: Moist but well-drained, fertile soil
Pruning Group: Prune after flowering to shape and manage growth
All of our Akebia quinata are supplied in a 3L deep pot with sturdy 90cm canes, and at least 50cm of healthy top growth – ready to plant straight out into your garden.
Why Choose Akebia quinata for Your Garden?
Akebia quinata is a true collector’s plant — rarely found online, and highly prized by gardeners looking for something a little different. With its unusual, fragrant chocolate-coloured flowers, fast-growing habit, and semi-evergreen foliage, it’s one of those hidden gems that once discovered, quickly becomes a favourite.
This versatile climber offers a striking blend of beauty, scent, and structure:
Exotic, vanilla-scented flowers in spring
Attractive, divided leaves that stay semi-evergreen in mild areas
Fast to establish and brilliant for covering walls, fences, arches and pergolas
Akebia quinata is ideal for:
Softening fences or unsightly walls
Growing over arches and pergolas
Weaving through trees or large shrubs
Adding a tropical, romantic feel to your garden
Gardeners who want something unique and hard to find
This climber is perfect for wildlife-friendly gardens and pairs beautifully with paler flowers or glossy foliage for contrast. Though vigorous, it’s easy to train and prune, and gives a generous impact for very little input.
Delivery
We use DX to deliver your plants straight to your door.
DX collects from us every Tuesday and Thursday using their 24-hour tracked service.
Orders made after 10am Monday will be dispatched Thursday
Orders made after 10am Thursday will be dispatched the following Tuesday
Growing Tips
Planting Location
Choose a spot in full sun or partial shade. While Akebia quinata is happy in part shade, flowering is best with more sun. It’s perfect for brightening a dull corner or training up a sunny wall.
Soil
Thrives in moist, fertile, well-drained soil. It’s adaptable and forgiving but avoid waterlogged ground.
Pruning
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and size. Akebia quinata is a vigorous grower, so trim back any over-enthusiastic stems as needed to keep it where you want it.
Support
Provide a strong structure like a pergola, archway, or trellis. Its twining stems will wrap naturally, but you can use soft ties to guide young growth as it establishes.
