Akebia quinata ‘Silver Bells’
five-leaf akebia 'Silver Bells'
| Decoration form | leaves, flowers |
|---|---|
| Color of flowers | female flowers purple-pink, male white |
| Plants height | 5-6 m |
| Flowering month | V |
| Annual growth | 2-3 m |
| Aspect | 1/2 sun, 1/4 sun, shadow, sun |
| Frost hardiness | Zones 6A - 8 |
A vigorous climber. Evergreen leaves composed of 5 leathery leaflets. Male flowers white with purple-pink stamens. Female flowers purple-pink with a deep chocolate pistil. Both flowers are fragrant. A good pollinator for other cultivars of the species. Blooms in May. Very interesting, unusual fruits resembling sausages with edible flesh. Stems twine round the supports. Suitable for training up fences and various supports. It can be left to climb up the trees Ideal for growing over arbours, pergolas or gates.