Akebia quinata ‘Variegata’
five-leaf akebia 'Variegata'
| Decoration form | leaves, flowers |
|---|---|
| Color of flowers | female flowers purple-pink, male white |
| Plants height | 4-6 m |
| Flowering month | IV, V |
| Annual growth | 1-2 m |
| Aspect | 1/2 sun, 1/4 sun, shadow, sun |
| Frost hardiness | Zones 6A - 8 |
A vigorous climber. Semi-evergreen leaves are composed of 5 leathery, deep green leaflets mottled with white. Pale pink, fragrant flowers open in May. A good pollinator for other cultivars of the species. It has very interesting, sausage-shaped fruit with edible flesh. The stems twine round the supports. The variegation is more pronounced in full sun. Suitable for training up fences and various supports. It can also be left to climb up the trees. Ideal for growing over arbours, pergolas or gates.