Akebia quinata (five-leaf akebia) – purple-red – 4 plants, Ø9 cm, 35 cm high

Akebia quinata (five-leaf akebia) in a set of 4 in purple and red, straight from the grower to your garden. The plants are in Ø9 cm nursery pots and are approximately 35 cm tall. Akebia is an elegant climber with palmately compound leaves and chocolate-coloured, vanilla-scented flowers. Winter hardy, so it can remain outside all year round.

Characteristics

• Indoor or outdoor: Outdoor plant – for garden, balcony and terrace
• Botanical name: Akebia quinata
• Also known as: five-leaf akebia
• Quantity: 4 plants
• Pot size: Ø9 cm
• Height at delivery: approx. 35 cm
• Flower colour: purple and red
• Flowering period: April–May
• Position: sun to partial shade
• Winter hardy: yes
• Watering: water regularly during the first summer; a climbing plant in a pot needs water daily during warm periods
• Beautiful on: fences, pergolas or walls, in pots on balconies or patios

Care

Place the plant diagonally against the trellis or fence and loosely tie up the first shoots; this will help it grow in the right direction quickly. For more tips on choosing the right location, read our guide on positions.